TREASURE TRIALS AS TOUGH & TEMPORARY TEACHINGS. © Meshell Baker

There are times when the challenges and difficulties feel like they will never end.  When we begin to ask when is it going to be over Lord…will I ever smile again?  If you’ve felt like this, then you are not alone.  There are far too many people experiencing these feelings of turmoil.  And saying this too shall pass, but still not believing.  Easier said the done…right!

Trials should lead us to better understand and trust in His plan for our lives.  Similar to the forging of steel or the cutting & polishing of a diamond, almost everything of great beauty had to experience the harshest of processes to become what the Master’s hand created it for.  Accepting the challenge to develop your special gifts and talents is your step towards spiritual maturity.

Are you willing to sacrifice and patiently wait through your development process?  Can you stand in Faith on His promises and speaking life and hope in the midst of your turmoil?  Each ordeal is meant to remove a character flaw and replace it with the beauty of what defines our uniqueness.  Seek a closer walk with the Lord and experience your brilliance!