Transitioning for Success in 2009
Scripture Reading: James 1:2-4, 12
Key Verse: James 1:12
Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been
approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has
promised to those who love Him.
God, what is happening? Why is everything around me falling
apart? Do you really want to know why you go through so much?
James the apostle said trials help us to develop godly
character. Life's struggles test the reality of God's Word in
our lives along with our ability and willingness to hook up with
the skills and ability He has given us. They confirm that every
word we operated on came to pass.
Trials are part of the preparation process to transform dreams
and visions into realities. It is as if you are pregnant with
God's revelatory word for your life, and now you are going
through the labor and strain of delivery from the realm of faith
to the realm of the physical.
You know that birth is inevitable, so you do not have to
manipulate things to speed up the blessings. When God gets ready
to bless you, He will bless you because your character and your
word represent the kingdom.
The Christian life involves more than merely accumulating
stuff. When you operate on character and the word of God, He
gives you creative ideas so you can start your own business and
prosper where others have failed. You do not need earth's money;
all you need is heaven's idea. If the idea came from God, then
He will finance it. True wealth is not the mere accumulation of
things; you are wealthy because of who you are.
Trials and tribulations do not mess you up and rob you of
blessings; they develop your character and that is where true
wealth lies.