A Word From James: Patience

A Moment of Hope · Feb 14, 2024 · 4m

by Marilynn Chadwick

We count as blessed those who have persevered. (James 5:11 NIV)

"Better not pray for patience," a friend once warned. "The Lord will be sure to send you some trouble!" I'm not sure I agree with her theology. Rather, I believe tough times come because we live in a fallen world where hardship and pain are simply a reality.

Jesus himself warns, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). James reminds us that if we persevere—holding up patiently under trial—we will be blessed. Happy. Fortunate. Even joyful (James 1:2-4).

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