02/08/2026
Joy in the Trial
“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing." James 1:2-4
Ang hirap maging masaya kapag sunod-sunod ang problema, 'di ba? When unexpected trials hit us, whether it is financial stress, health issues, or relationship drama, our natural reaction is to worry, complain, or ask, "Bakit ako?"
But in this passage, James gives us a shocking command: Count it all joy.
Hindi ibig sabihin nito na kailangan nating mag-pretend na hindi tayo nasasaktan. God does not expect us to smile while crying. The word "count" means to make a conscious choice. It is a mindset. Pinipili mong makita ang mas malalim na layunin ng Diyos sa gitna ng iyong kalungkutan.
Bakit tayo magiging masaya? Dahil may ginagawa ang Diyos sa likod ng eksena. The “trying of your faith worketh patience.” Ang bawat pagsubok ay parang weight training para sa ating spiritual life. Walang lumalakas na muscle nang walang mabigat na binubuhat. Every trial is producing steadfast endurance and stamina in you.
Huwag kang bumitaw agad. Let patience do its work. God is using that very trial to make you perfect and entire, wanting nothing. He is molding your character so you can become spiritually mature, complete, and lacking nothing. Trust the process, dahil ang dulo ng pagsubok na yan ay mas matatag na ikaw.
Blessed Morning! ☀️