Just a little thought to add after Bible Study tonight:
"James reminds us that the process of undergoing trials and testing is a joyous privilege that can produce positive outcomes. Not only are trails inevitable, they are essential for building Christ-like character. God is at work in us. He will even use our clumsy mistakes, situational hardships, and personal weaknesses to produce maturity in us. He is out to make us more like Jesus! Let this EXPECTED OUTCOME determine your EXPECTANT OUTLOOK."
What a great thought by the author of the study of the book of James I'm doing. Guess I felt the need to share this in light of my last entry and my present status of "hard-learning-curve" (is that what it is Jen?) My pray for now is that God would continue to conform me to His will and change my caustic heart into one of overwhelming joy! Praise God for His continuance