Lord, I do not see many people who are happy.
I see more people who are vexed by troubles
and overcome with anguish at their difficulties. . . .
Sometimes, I too am derailed by trials. . . .
I am tempted to see trials as only negative
because I like to think that I’m in control. . . .
I am tempted to see trials as negative
because I tend to think that this life matters most. . . .
Remind me that there is a limit to my perspective and wisdom. . . .
I do not see all there is to see.
Remind me that Jesus suffered and He was completely innocent. . . .
If He suffered, I too may experience suffering.
Remind me that this world is temporary. . . .
I will not be satisfied in this life.
So I thank You today for the trials You have allowed in my life. . . .
I thank You for being my fortress and strength. . . .
and for giving me perseverance. . . .
Thank You for what these trials are doing in me –
developing maturity and completeness.
Amen.
Kurt Bjorklund, 1968- , American Minister and author of
Prayers for Today A Yearlong Journey of Devotional Prayer
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Prayers for Today A Yearlong Journey of Devotional Prayer
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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
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