Psalm 11 v. 5 The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked, and his soul hates him that loves violence.
O - Observation
Tests. We all will face them. God is impartial to whom he tests. He tests everybody. Why do we have tests? To make us better. Its true in school. Its true in life. Proverbs 27 v. 17a, "Iron sharpens Iron." and
Proverbs 27 v. 21a, "The crucible is for silver and the furnace is for gold." Both these Proverbs points out to the end game of tests. How do we prepare for God's tests? 2 Corinthians 13 v. 5, "Examine yourselves, to see whether you are holding to the faith. TEST YOURSELVES. Do you not realize that Jesus Christ is in you? - unless indeed you fail to meet the test." Just like practice tests in school, we need to do the same in our lives. Live God's word and instruction, so when his tests come, we will be ready.
A - Application
How am I preparing for my tests? How am I doing?
P - Prayer
Jesus, Help me to respond to your tests with flying colors. Love Will
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