EPISODE · Jul 23, 2023 · 37 MIN
The Necessity of Trials
from Grand Parkway Baptist Church · host Grand Parkway Baptist Church
GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHWade Burgess, Executive PastorThe Necessity of Trials James 1:1-12.DefinitionsPure - solid, through and throughJoy - gladness of heart“Face” / “Meets” - not going the other way or avoidance. A path toward each other.Trials - for the purpose of testingTesting - purification process, refinement, proof of genuinenessFaith - belief in the truth or true realityPerseverance (steadfastness) - bearing up under, endurance in circumstancesWhen Trials Come1. Meet them head on2. Ask for wisdom3. Understand testing is meant to form and affirm4. Faith will be the bedrock5. Consistency will be rewardedPreparation for the TrialPrayRead the BibleFastWorshipChurch - know and be knownMental WorshipIf someone were to watch you experience a trial, would they know you are a Christian?At the end of a trial, is your faith stronger or weaker?Are your prayer habits preparing you for trials?Are you known in our church so that you can lean on others and they on you?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube
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