Being a believer in Yeshua isn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes we’ll experience trials that truly test our faith and ability to trust in GOD.
In today’s Scripture, Peter refers to times of testing as “fiery ordeals”! He says we shouldn’t be surprised when hardships come our way. It’s important to remember that GOD has a purpose for our trials and will see us through each step of the way.
Sometimes, our heavenly FATHER uses painful experiences to cleanse and purify us, His children.
See, trials drive us to Him; we begin to focus more on Him and start to see things from His perspective!
He also uses them to strengthen our faith and our devotion to Him!
1 Peter 4:12
Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you.
In the midst of adversity, we might feel overwhelmed and discouraged. But once the storm has passed, we can often look back and see that the LORD’S providential hand carried us through!
Blessings,
Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman
L’Chaim Messianic Congregation