“Built by the Battle”

October 27, 2025, 7:08 AM

“Regard it all as joy, my brothers, when you face various kinds of temptations; for you know that the testing of your trust produces perseverance.” — James 1:2–4 (CJB)

When life hits hard, it’s easy to question God’s purpose in the pain. But the truth is—trials don’t come to destroy you. They come to develop you. Every difficult season is a divine classroom where God teaches endurance, molds character, and deepens faith.

The pressure you feel is not punishment—it’s preparation.

You are being shaped into something stronger, purer, and more complete. God is not interested in momentary comfort; He’s after eternal character.

So when the storm rages, lift your eyes and remember: joy isn’t the absence of trouble—it’s the presence of trust.

Father, thank You for every trial that draws me closer to You. Give me the strength to rejoice in the testing, knowing You are building something in me that will last forever. Amen.

-Rev Carlos Figueroa

Comments

10-27-2025 at 9:27 AM

Barbara

I couldn’t have said it any better Ryan. I have been through more in my life than most. But …. I have learned to lean in to God and trust the process. Each and every time I come out the other side stronger and closer to God than I was before and I have learned more about myself and my capabilities.

10-27-2025 at 8:01 AM

Ryan Brennan

This is so true, experienced it many times over the last few years. Trials and storms are part of Gods refining process, I've learned to worship and praise in the storm while praying for revelation. Sometimes we can't see all that He's doing but learning to trust His plan for us, not our own, builds faith and strength. We must remember He is in the midst of every moment........... God is awesome !!