Day 25 James 1:2-4 | God Uses Pressure to Grow You—Here’s How
Today I wrestle with one of the hardest commands in Scripture: count it all joy when life gets hard. In James 1:2–4, I’m reminded that trials aren’t punishments, they’re workshops. God uses pressure to grow steadfast faith in me, shaping maturity I couldn’t get any other way. This message is part of our Rooted & Ready 30-Day Bible Series, and it’s an honest look at frustration, trust, and what God is producing when we feel stretched. Watch now and ask yourself: What if this trial is doing more than I can see?
“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” -James 1:2-4
Questions for personal reflection:
What’s the difference between happiness and joy according to this passage?
How do you usually respond when trials show up unexpectedly?
What might God be refining or revealing in your faith right now?
How does seeing trials as a “workshop” change your perspective?