In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16

Monday, September 24, 2012

the Upgrade!

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. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. - James 1:2-4

In other words, a test, a trial, a "problem" is just an opportunity for God to upgrade something in you; he wants to perfect somethi

ng In you! Go to Him and ask Him what He has to impart to you that could only happen through this situation, this event, this "problem". Talk to God about the solution to the problem, (the upgrade!*) don't focus and meditate on the problem. Refocus! See the difference? Listen to YOUR words and you will know what you are focused on - God's provision and upgrade or your issues and "problems". You are about to get an upgrade - rejoice! New tools, new wisdoms, new understanding!

When we get this, then we can live these verses of James with PURE JOY! God is for you and WITH you. GO to HIM for the wisdom of the ages! God wants you to go THROUGH. He hasn't left you but He needs to tell you/impart to you or upgrade you with something new!! Amen!

*The upgrade is a term used by Graham Cooke.