Morning Prayer 

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

Inspiration 

All of us have experienced severe tests of our faith. Many Christians have also had to endure persecution for their beliefs. James explains the importance of keeping faith, standing strong, and holding onto your beliefs. This lesson from James was perhaps given with some foresight into the coming trials for early Christians, who were persecuted and killed for believing in Christ. It still happens today in some parts of the world, but strengthen your faith in difficult times! Do this and reap the ultimate reward.

Prayer 

Esteemed Father and creator of all that is good, I shall not wander from your path. With each passing test and tribulation my faith in you is reinforced, and I ask that you help me strengthen the faith of all those around me. Sustain me, O Lord, with your power so that I may go from this place as a faithful child of you, filled with the Holy Spirit for all to witness. In the name of Christ I humbly pray this to you, Amen.