James, A Practical Book

James 1 to 5 Trials Abound, but God is greater than any trial.

James knows that life comes with trials, and each trial proves whether our faith is true or false. How we handle a trial proves where our faith is. He begins with this statement; “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.” [James 1:2] That is the foundation. You either prove your faith by facing a trial with a joyful spirit, or you don’t. Agreed, trials are NOT FUN! We want them to go away, but James says we should be joyful. We want to know why but James says whether you understand it or not, you are to be joyful.

There are different trials that everyone will face and he gives practical advice for each one so we can pass them and be successful. Unfortunately, we get hung up on the ‘why’ when God wants us to know the “how.” First, go to God! Seek His face! Ask Him what to do and how to do it! That is a beautiful lesson from James. Then step by step, James takes us through the various trials of life we all face, and his advice for each one.

There is a life lesson here for all of us: Study and memorize the book of James so you can discern the trial and seek the wisdom of God to know how to face it and pass the test He has allowed.