My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have [its] perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.

James 1:2-5 ‭(NKJV‬‬)

Good Morning,

Happy Tuesday! God has wisdom for you today to help you overcome every trial and challenge you are facing! I also have exciting news to share with you!

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The Apostle James begins his letter to the early Church with instructions for them to consider it joy when they fall into trials and negative circumstances. Let’s be real. That is not our first reaction when we face something negative. We have a range of emotions, but joy usually isn’t the first one. Why should we consider it joy? Because we know the outcome of the situation.

James continues and says that the testing of our faith produces patience. (By the way, James later shares that God isn’t the one testing us. God did not send you a problem to teach you something or make you stronger.) When patience completes its work with us, we will be complete lacking nothing. We consider the challenge joyful because we know that we will win and will not lack anything.

James then adds that we can ask God for wisdom when we don’t know what to do. Many times when unexpected trials show up, we are at a loss for direction. However, we don’t have to be! The Scripture says that God will give us wisdom when we ask in faith.

Today, ask God for wisdom about whatever you are dealing with. After you ask for wisdom, thank Him for giving you wisdom. Do not start saying, “I don’t know what I’m going to do.” Instead say, “The Holy Spirit is leading me and guiding me to all truth. God is giving me wisdom and filling me with the knowledge of His will.” Take time to listen for God’s leading throughout the day.

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Pray this prayer with me today, “Father, thank you for loving me. I thank you that you love giving me wisdom. I ask that you grant me wisdom concerning the challenges that I am facing. Show me what to do so that I can experience victory and wholeness in every area of my life. I also ask that you grant me wisdom so that I can plan successfully for the future. I receive your help, wisdom, and strength. Thank you for leading me and guiding me! In Jesus’ name. Amen.”

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If you can’t imagine success, how will you ever achieve it? Listen to this thought provoking encouragement from Terri Savelle Foy.

The Lord is gracious. God longs to bless you in every way. Listen to this faith-filled encouragement from Gloria Copeland.

You must train yourself to be at peace. Your peace sets the stage for God’s divine intervention. Listen to this encouraging wisdom from Bill Winston.

You are still unfolding. Your future is still unfolding. What do you see? Listen to this encouragement from Tim Storey.

God has breakthrough for you! Listen and apply this classic sermon from Jerry Savelle!

I am the salt of the earth. I am the light of this world. Jesus said it so I believe it. I am a carrier of the Glory of God. Today, I will experience the extreme goodness of God. Today, I make myself available for God to show His goodness to others through me.  Today, I am increasing in influence. Today, I will see the goodness of God in my life! Today, something good is going to happen to me so I expect miracles. 

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