Strength in Struggles

Monday, December 9

Strength in Struggles

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

We often hear that God is gracious, yet many of us wrestle with believing it in the depths of our struggles. However, it is often in those moments—when we have no strength of our own—that we come to fully lean on His grace. Consider the butterfly: it must wrestle its way out of the chrysalis. If it did not endure that struggle, it would never gain the strength in its wings to soar. In the same way, God allows us to face trials, not to harm us but to help us grow stronger in faith. He is always present, teaching us to persevere and grow in spiritual strength.

James 1:2-3 encourages us to “consider it pure joy” when we face trials because the testing of our faith produces perseverance. This perseverance isn’t just about surviving; it’s about thriving. Trials refine us, making us mature and complete. But how do we endure with joy? By staying close to God—reading His Word, praying, and trusting His promises.

Prayer for today: Father, thank You for being with me in every trial. Teach me to rely on You and to see challenges as opportunities to grow stronger in faith. Help me to persevere with joy, knowing that You are shaping me into who You’ve called me to be. Amen.