RESTORATION TODAY
TUESDAY 11TH APRIL 2017
BY PASTOR DR. G.O. OLUTOLA JP.
THEME: THE BELIEVER'S TRIAL OF FAITH.
"Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness though manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found into praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ". 1 Peter 1: 6 - 7.
Most likely, you've heard the age-old question, "If God is good, how can He let bad things happen?" Since the fall of man, life has always included hardship. Though trials are painful, understanding the Lord's purpose can bring joy and hope.
The Word of God is clear that suffering is purposeful. Primarily, the Lord is conforming His children to be like Jesus (2 Corinthians 3: 18). When a person is newly saved, he or she still has many "rough edges". Sanctification, which takes place from that point on, is the process of becoming holy and few things build character like sorrow. Unfortunately, people rarely mature during pleasant times. Instead, pain brings impurities to the surface and forces people to see the reality of their life.
Another reason the Father allows trials is to test the faith of His children. Of course, He doesn't need this for His own information it is the believers who benefit. Tested faith is stronger and more reliable than untried faith.
Furthermore, God allows hardship in order to reveal His character, love, and power. During life's storms, people who cling to their heavenly Father will find Him trustworthy and real. When the next difficulty arises, they'll remember His faithfulness during the previous trial and will rest confidently in Him.
ACTION POINT:
For the believer, most growth occurs during trials.
SCRIPTURES:
2 Corinthians 3: 18
1 Peter 1: 6 - 7.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, make my faith strong in You in the name of Jesus.
2. Lord, give me the courage to win the trials of my faith in the name of Jesus.
3. I declare that I am more than a conqueror in the name of Jesus.
4. Lord, let me partake of the glory that follows trials in the name of Jesus.
DAILY BIBLE READING:
Leviticus 17 & 18
Psalm 119: 145 - 176
Mark 7: 24 - 8: 10.
TUESDAY 11TH APRIL 2017
BY PASTOR DR. G.O. OLUTOLA JP.
THEME: THE BELIEVER'S TRIAL OF FAITH.
"Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness though manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found into praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ". 1 Peter 1: 6 - 7.
Most likely, you've heard the age-old question, "If God is good, how can He let bad things happen?" Since the fall of man, life has always included hardship. Though trials are painful, understanding the Lord's purpose can bring joy and hope.
The Word of God is clear that suffering is purposeful. Primarily, the Lord is conforming His children to be like Jesus (2 Corinthians 3: 18). When a person is newly saved, he or she still has many "rough edges". Sanctification, which takes place from that point on, is the process of becoming holy and few things build character like sorrow. Unfortunately, people rarely mature during pleasant times. Instead, pain brings impurities to the surface and forces people to see the reality of their life.
Another reason the Father allows trials is to test the faith of His children. Of course, He doesn't need this for His own information it is the believers who benefit. Tested faith is stronger and more reliable than untried faith.
Furthermore, God allows hardship in order to reveal His character, love, and power. During life's storms, people who cling to their heavenly Father will find Him trustworthy and real. When the next difficulty arises, they'll remember His faithfulness during the previous trial and will rest confidently in Him.
ACTION POINT:
For the believer, most growth occurs during trials.
SCRIPTURES:
2 Corinthians 3: 18
1 Peter 1: 6 - 7.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, make my faith strong in You in the name of Jesus.
2. Lord, give me the courage to win the trials of my faith in the name of Jesus.
3. I declare that I am more than a conqueror in the name of Jesus.
4. Lord, let me partake of the glory that follows trials in the name of Jesus.
DAILY BIBLE READING:
Leviticus 17 & 18
Psalm 119: 145 - 176
Mark 7: 24 - 8: 10.
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