Suffering Produces Perseverance

Scripture: Romans 5:3 Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings because we know that suffering produces perseverance.

Observation: In my case suffering produces self-pity. Although God has proven again and again, He watches over me, when trouble comes, I’ll turn inward and ask why me. I know with faith in God suffering does produce perseverance and I need to turn to God in those times. There is nothing on this earth that can truly hurt me, even death is only the beginning of my eternal life with God.

Application: When suffering comes turn to God and ask him what he wants me to learn and do. There is a reason for everything that happens instead of asking myself why me, I need to be asking God what do you want me to do.

Prayer: Dear God may my eyes, mind and heart be open to you at all times.