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TODAY’S WORD…

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Whenever you face trials of any kind,

consider it nothing but joy,

because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

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– James 1:2-3 (NRSV)

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REFLECTION…

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Everyday adversity: problems, trials, temptations

– all these test our faith.

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These trials act as a test of perseverance in the pursuit of good

and help the soul to grow in patience,

which is a much needed virtue

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Being patient and steadfast

reflects enduring perseverance,

and is quite different

from the mere passive endurance of suffering.

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Being patient and steadfast,

comes from the virtue of fortitude

and leads one to accept suffering as something sent by God.

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Fortitude is grounded on hope

and on faith put to the test;

and it is also very fruitful,

and produces immense and infectious Christian joy!

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REPETITIVE PRAYER FOR TODAY…

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Lord, thank You for all the blessings You have given me

– in good times and in bad I will praise You!

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