When it comes to the subject of perseverance, we have looked definitions, quotes, and bible verses discussing the subject. In that information there is some invaluable material. But it is all for not if there is no way to make any applications. That will be the purpose of this blog: how to persevere.
(1) The first step in perseverance is to expect problems. If we expect life to be smooth sailing and then all of a sudden we are encountered with difficulty, we will be hit hard. But if we realize these obstacles are coming, it will eliminate any shock value.
(2) Second, when we are faced with problems, let us pray. We often think that we are alone to deal with our problems. But God is with us and wants to listen to our struggles. When we pray we show God that we are depending on Him. If we do not pray, are we sending the opposite message to our Father?
(3)Solve the problem positively. Negativity is contagious. We should learn that these trials and obstacles exist for our personal and spiritual development. Remember James 1:2,3.
(4) Be patient. If we are not, then we may be quick to compromise standards. We may become more interested in resolving the problem as quickly as we can, rather than as holy as we can. Let us not do anything we can regret.
(5) Through the whole process of persevering we should remember one thing that I have been telling myself: God is more interested in our character than our comfort.
(1) The first step in perseverance is to expect problems. If we expect life to be smooth sailing and then all of a sudden we are encountered with difficulty, we will be hit hard. But if we realize these obstacles are coming, it will eliminate any shock value.
(2) Second, when we are faced with problems, let us pray. We often think that we are alone to deal with our problems. But God is with us and wants to listen to our struggles. When we pray we show God that we are depending on Him. If we do not pray, are we sending the opposite message to our Father?
(3)Solve the problem positively. Negativity is contagious. We should learn that these trials and obstacles exist for our personal and spiritual development. Remember James 1:2,3.
(4) Be patient. If we are not, then we may be quick to compromise standards. We may become more interested in resolving the problem as quickly as we can, rather than as holy as we can. Let us not do anything we can regret.
(5) Through the whole process of persevering we should remember one thing that I have been telling myself: God is more interested in our character than our comfort.
2 comments:
I love it... haha.
Great thoughts James!
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