Bible Readings — Bible Questions Answered

Trials Their Object

Value and Glory of Trials

What does the apostle Peter say concerning the trials through which every believer must pass? BR-ASI9 378.5

“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: but rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when His glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.” 1 Peter 4:12, 13. BR-ASI9 378.6

How important is the trial of our faith? BR-ASI9 378.7

“That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 1:7. BR-ASI9 378.8

What reason did Paul give for glorying in tribulations? BR-ASI9 378.9

“We glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope: and hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.” Romans 5:3-5. BR-ASI9 378.10