Responding with “joy” and “rejoicing” in your tests brings great freedom and peace to us—and joy to the Lord because it proves you really understand God’s heart and motives. Briefly explain how you’re going to respond in your next test of faith. (You can also write a short note to yourself outside of this discussion forum about how you will respond in your next test of faith. Keep this note and read it when you are tested.)

[Austin]

I pray that I respond with trusting in God above all else.

[Austin]

Help me Lord to appreciate and endure the gift You want to give me through trials to test my faith, to help me stay strong and focused, and endure to the end.

[Austin]

I am getting closer and closer to God, relying fully on Him for strength, understanding, and comfort to face what ever outcome that will come my way.

[Austin]

I am in a trial at the moment and didn’t label it as such until now, so I have not been “rejoicing or counting it all joy!” This lecture has given. me a new perspective. Thank you!

[Austin]

When a trial comes to me I will remember what was said, that God is good and only gives me this trial of faith for my own good to make me more perfect. In this I can praise him.