APRIL 23, 2020

“I should view my trials with joy”
Lord, help me dwell on these words this morning
Bind them to my thoughts, my emotions 
and my heart and mind

Even though I seek comfort and pleasure
You are good, faithful and loving
My trials are a test of my faith
That I should experience peace in You

Suffering produces endurance
Endurance character, character hope
And hope God’s love
I should rejoice in the hope and glory of God

With hope poured into my heart by the Holy Spirit
I can view difficult times as a sign of the zeal
of Your redemptive love for me
I can rejoice in the holiness of my sufferings