pain and problems...pure joy

"Pain and problems are opportunities to demonstrate your trust in Me. Bearing your circumstances bravely--even thanking Me for them--is one of the highest forms of praise."

from Jesus Calling by Sarah Young

James 1:2-4 Consider it pure joy my brothers whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

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trials + faith + perseverance = maturity

one thousand gifts

223. pumpkin pie

224. trips "home"