Have you been tempted?
“12Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12 (ESV)
I am pretty sure that we all have been tempted. We have been run through the ringer of testing our faith. We have had the opportunity to turn away from Christ. Reading verse 12 reminds me that indeed we are tested.
But not by God. We are not tested by God, we are given the strength to endure. Our salvation has provided us the tools to stay firm in the faith. When we do, we “receive the crown of life, which God has promised”. We know that God does not break His promises and therefore we can fully trust Him.
When we are able to fully rely on God, we are granted the safety and security of His love. We are given strength to get through the trials and tests that come our way. We receive that which was promised. He loves us first, and in return we love Him.
Are you trying to do it all yourself? Are you able to stand firm through the trials and tests? Will you rely of the strength of God and receive eternal life?
Trevor's Thoughts 