James 5:7-11
- Be patient and persevere (v7)
- Don’t grumble (v9)
Two Realities
- Suffering exists in our broken world
- God is compassionate and merciful and he’s coming back!
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1
Examples
- Jeremiah
- Horace Hamer
Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements – surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone, when the morning stars sang together and all the sons of God shouted for joy? Job 38:4-7
Three Practical Tips
- Learn about those who have gone before you
- Make time to consider the splendour of God
- Always come back to the Cross