Joy In Suffering...For Real?

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.James 1:2-3

United States citizens at least in my lifetime have not had too much suffering at the hands of tyrants, dictators, or persecutors and let me add news media but when evil is allowed to get into control and God is taken off the throne, the populace groans and freedoms teeter in the balance. 

It is true that when you experience suffering your faith does grow stronger as a result. No one likes to suffer. Tell someone suffering “hey this is good for you in the big scheme of things” and you might get slapped in face. 

Many of our brothers and sisters in the world have been killed for being bold for Christ. Will it ever come to that in America? You say “no” but is that because you may be blinded to dangers and liars who try to gain control and usurp the Constitution. Once again this is not about politics but about our wonderful country and the blessings we have because of abiding and following Christ. When morality slips, deceivers get voted into office, and Christians lose rights it is time to speak up. 

PRAYER: Oh Lord this past election season has been brutal and hateful and much disrespect has been shown to the incumbent President. Media controlled what people could say or hear as in controlling the narrative. I know that saddens you to see our sweet land of liberty being held captive by those wanting us to lose our rights. I ask for a spiritual awakening like none other. I ask for all people to recognize this is spiritual warfare and to put on their armor daily. Guide my heart and words and help me be a light in the confusion. In Jesus’ name. Amen.