From the book “Truth For Today: A Daily Touch of God’s Grace” by John F. MacArthur

Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful. - James 5:11

James ended his discourse on trials by saying, “Blessed is the man who endures temptation [trials]” (1:12). People who successfully endure trials and overcome temptation are truly happy. James is not saying that happiness comes in freedom from trials but in victory over them. There is a big difference. It’s not the shallow joy of the spectator who never experienced conflict; it’s the exuberance of the participant who fought and won. Is your experience the former or the latter?

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Truth For Today: A Daily Touch of God’s Grace by John F. MacArthur

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