Learning from Your Trials

by Miriam Caldwell | More from this Blogger

28 Aug 2007 11:45 PM

My husband uses the analogy of the rubber band when he talks about trials and faith to our daughter. He points out that if a rubber band is made out of real rubber it needs to be stretched every few days so that it holds its elasticity. If you neglect this task the rubber band quickly becomes brittle and breaks very easily. Trials help us to continue to grow spiritually.

Similarly when you are tested and tried, the trial may not be taken from you, but rather you are given the strength that you need in order to bear up under the trial. This can be similar to exercise, as you continue to work, you become stronger and more capable of taking on the next task.

I think that both of these analogies help to put trials into a good perspective. While you are in the midst of a difficult trial, it can be difficult to see the blessings that may come as a result of this particular trial. It is important to realize that they will come. The blessing may simply be that you realize how much you truly rely on the Lord. You may also realize that He is always there to comfort you when you are facing difficult times.

After a trial becomes easier to face or is removed from my life, I like to sit down and take stock of the experience. It is important to take time to give thanks for the blessings that you received during your trial. You may give thanks for the added strength that you received from the Lord or the kind words of a close friend. You may be thankful your spiritual growth or increased understanding on a matter. This helps to put things in perspective and brings you a greater sense of peace and purpose in your life.

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Miriam is a SAHM mom of three children. She has a daughter who is seven, and two sons, four and two. She loves being a parent and spending time with her children.

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