Dear brothers and sisters,
In our journey through life, we often face trials and tribulations that test our faith and strength. These challenges may seem overwhelming at times, but it is important to remember that God uses these moments to build us up and make us stronger. Just as gold is refined in the fire, our faith is purified and strengthened through the difficulties we endure.
Consider the story of Joseph, who was sold into slavery by his own brothers. Despite facing numerous hardships, including false accusations and imprisonment, Joseph remained faithful to God. Through these trials, God prepared Joseph for a greater purpose. In the end, Joseph rose to a position of great power in Egypt, where he was able to save many lives, including those of his own family. This story reminds us that God can use even the most difficult circumstances to bring about His divine plan and strengthen us in the process.
Similarly, the apostle Paul faced countless trials during his ministry, including persecution, imprisonment, and physical suffering. Yet, Paul remained steadfast in his faith and continued to spread the message of God’s love and grace. He understood that these trials were shaping him into a more faithful servant of the Lord. Paul’s unwavering faith and perseverance serve as a powerful example for us today.
Dear friends, it is through our trials that we learn to rely more on God and less on our own understanding. These experiences teach us patience, endurance, and the importance of trusting in God’s timing. When we face difficulties, we should turn to God in prayer, seeking His guidance and strength. By doing so, we allow Him to work in our lives, transforming our weaknesses into strengths.
In times of trouble, let us remember that God is with us every step of the way. He never leaves us nor forsakes us. Our trials are not meant to break us, but to build us up and draw us closer to Him. As we persevere through these challenges, our faith grows stronger, and we become better equipped to fulfill God’s purpose for our lives.
Dear friends, now let’s see the Bible scriptures below that talk about trials making us stronger.
“Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him”
— James 1:12
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer”
— Romans 12:12
“Not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patienceAnd patience, experience; experience, hopeAnd hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us”
— Romans 5:3-5
“We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose”
— Romans 8:28
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee”
— Isaiah 26:3
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, not be weary; they shall walk, not faint”
— Isaiah 40:31
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness”
— Isaiah 41:10
“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee”
— Isaiah 43:2
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world”
— John 16:33
“For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise”
— Hebrews 10:36
“Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby”
— Hebrews 12:11
“Let your conversation be without covetousness; be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake theeSo that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man shall do unto me”
— Hebrews 13:5-6
“It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes”
— Psalm 119:71
“In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, strengthenedst me with strength in my soul”
— Psalm 138:3
“Wait on the Lord : be of good courage, he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord”
— Psalm 27:14
“The Lord is my strength my shield; my heart trusted in him, I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; with my song will I praise him”
— Psalm 28:7
“Be of good courage, he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord”
— Psalm 31:24
“Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all”
— Psalm 34:19
“But the salvation of the righteous is of the Lord : he is their strength in the time of trouble”
— Psalm 37:39
“God is our refuge strength, a very present help in trouble”
— Psalm 46:1
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord , he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved”
— Psalm 55:22
“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ”
— Philippians 1:6
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me”
— Philippians 4:13
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest”
— Joshua 1:9
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; lean not unto thine own understandingIn all thy ways acknowledge him, he shall direct thy paths”
— Proverbs 3:5-6
“Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heavenBlessed are ye, when men shall revile you, persecute you, shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sakeRejoice, be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you”
— Matthew 5:10-12
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; he knoweth them that trust in him”
— Nahum 1:7
“Let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not”
— Galatians 6:9
“Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience longsuffering with joyfulness”
— Colossians 1:11
“Be strong of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee”
— Deuteronomy 31:6