Bridget A. Thomas
Every day is a gift!
Is This a Test?
No, this post isn’t a test. But in life we will be tested often.
It says in Proverbs 17:3 AMP, “The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the LORD tests hearts.”
When things go wrong, or when life brings one problem after another, stop and consider – could this be a test?
I’m sorry to say, I have failed many of these tests. I’m so thankful the Lord doesn’t give up on us!
Maybe, like me, you wonder why we have to be tested. Why can’t life just be easy? As the verse above implies, the Lord is refining us. In our testing, He is strengthening us. When we have to wait, we are learning patience. When we don’t get our way, we are learning to trust God.
When you are being tested, make a decision to face your test with faith. Fix your eyes on Jesus. Ask Him to show you what it is you need to learn. And allow Him to lead you through this difficulty. There is no safer place to be than in His hands.
Pray with me: LORD, I’m sorry I have often failed the tests in life. I allow worry and fear to have too much room in my heart. As a result, my faith and trust weaken. I’m making a decision, here and now, to keep my focus on You. No matter what. I choose to trust You, every day. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
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Bridget A. Thomas 
Yes Bridget, we must fix our eyes on Jesus when the test comes, because God tests our hearts. If we keep our eyes fixed on the Lord we will pass the test. So beautifully stated, Bridget. Thanks for sharing.
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What a gift we have in Jesus. Through all of life’s ups and downs, He is there to keep us on track. 🙌🏻 Thank you for stopping by, Eric!
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