PSALM 66:8–12
His training for the long-distance race was poor, with the latest run being disappointing, with half-time walking and sitting down, resembling a mini-test failure.
The training process is not a passing test but a continuous effort to enhance effectiveness, especially through repetitions.
God allows trials to strengthen spiritual endurance, teach reliance on Him, and purify us to be holy, allowing us to become more like Christ.
Given that the Israelites endured slavery and exile, it makes sense that the psalmist could give thanks to God for refining them through fire and water (Ps. 66:10–12). God not only took them to a land of great wealth and kept them, but he also purified them.
God is our source of strength and endurance as we go through testing. Through our most difficult times, He is perfecting us.
🙏Lord, we know that You allow us to go through trials so that we will be strengthened and purified. Teach us to keep relying on You for Your strength to endure.
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