I have been reading a book entitled, "When Life Is Hard" by James MacDonald. James is the founding and senior pastor of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago. In-spite of a few minor disagreements, I have found this to be a very beneficial and enjoyable read. Below is an exert from his book that is worth reading.
When life is hard, always ask yourself this question, Is this a trial? or Is this a consequence? Take a hard look at your situation because the way out is different if it is a consequence. Consequences are the direct result of sin and the way out is through repentance. If you did wrong you need to make it right with God through repentance.
A trial is a completely different scene. You didn't bring a trial into your life. This is something that God has allowed. You didn't cause it, you didn't choose it, and you could do nothing to stop it. Remember: A trial is a painful circumstance allowed by God to transform my conduct and my character. God Himself allowed that into your life.
Trails we embrace and learn from. Consequences we repent and turn from!
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