One Thousand Gifts #1000gifts

James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

Honestly? It feels like we're going through a trial right now with trying to find a house...but when I put it in perspective and realize how many people in the world are being persecuted for their faith, have no shelter, will go without a meal today/this week/who knows? My *trial* feels a lot less rough than my emotions want to tell me it is.

James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

I live in a house. Not my house. Not my kitchen. But nonetheless I live in a home with my family and food and electricity and way more clothing than I could ever need.

James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

I have a great job. I get to go to a great church and sing great songs with a great worship band. I have sick time and vacation days and a retirement plan.

James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

I'm fairly certain, no matter how many times I'm sick or injure myself, I really have no idea what a trial actually is. And I'm certainly blessed. I'm also blessed to know that in the same breath that I give thanks for my blessings I am preparing for future trials.

James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.