Learning to Endure


James 1:2-13
(Program 2470, Airing on 02.24.08)

  1. INTRODUCTION
    1. God never tempts us  (James 1:13)
    2. God will test us to cause us to stand; the enemy will tempt us to cause us to stumble
    3. We learn endurance through testing and trials  (Romans 5:3)
  2. TRUTHS WE LEARN THROUGH TESTING AND TRIALS 
    1. Enjoyment – rejoice in the Lord 
      1. James 1:2
      2. 2 Corinthians 7:4
    2. Enlargement – we mature through trials
      1. James 1:4
      2. Psalm 4:1
    3. Enlightenment – we gain wisdom through trials
      1. James 1:4-8
    4. Enthronement – God will give you the crown of life
      1. James 1:12
      2. Proverbs 25:28
    5. Enrichment – God provides all our needs
      1. James 1:4
      2. James 5:7-8

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