Block Quote from Jack Hayford

Immature Christians want the “easy side” of God’s love which asks little of them and doesn’t test their faith. But James shows that it is the adversities of life which prove our faith. And it is our response to the enticements of the enemies of the soul which reveal the true foundation and integrity of our love for God.
In chapter 1, James teaches that we can joyfully grow in the midst of trials and temptations if we understand the purpose, provisions, and potential of trials (James 1:1–12); refuse to fall prey to temptations (James 1:13–18); and listen and do the word of God (James 1:19–27).[1] 

[1] Hayford, J. W., & Hagan, K. A. (1997). Passing Faith’s Tests with Love and Joy: A study of James, 1&2 Peter, 1–3 John, Jude. Nashville: Thomas Nelson.

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