If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting…
James 1:5-7 (ESV)
Apostle James, writing to disciples of Christ, understood the challenges of living as a Christian when life is tough. When the storms of life hit, how would you respond? Can you see God’s concealed goodness, or do you rail against Him, crying out, “Why God? He empathized with his readers, who faced various trials due to hardships. James wanted them to know how to navigate these trials, encouraging them to find endurance and joy in their journey.
James encourages us to embrace a counter-intuitive attitude when facing difficult times, urging us to “consider it all joy.” We can only achieve this by understanding that testing our faith leads us to a mindset of victory. To endure trials joyfully for the glory of God, we need God’s wisdom. This wisdom, a divine guide in our journey, is always available.
During challenging times, James recognizes that faith community members may struggle to maintain a sense of joy. He emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom from God and highlights that believers can ask for divine guidance in navigating through difficult times with joy.
If you truly want to gain God’s wisdom, rest assured that He has promised not to withhold it. He declares, “I love those who love me; and those who diligently seek me will find me” (Proverbs 8:17). This assures us that God will grant us His wisdom if we seek it. If you are overwhelmed by worries, use that as a prompt to share your concerns with God. If you are troubled by conflicts, share them with the Lord and ask for His help. If you are stuck with a problem, seek God’s guidance, understanding, and insight. Communicate with God moment by moment as you go through life. Remember, seeking God’s wisdom is the key to enduring trials with joy, providing a sense of security in His promise.