Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, Cross References Matthew 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. Romans 5:3 Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. James 1:16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, James 5:11 See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job's perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. 1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials Treasury of Scripture My brothers, count it all joy when you fall into divers temptations; count. James 1:12 Matthew 5:10-12 Luke 6:22,23 divers. Hebrews 11:36-38 1 Peter 1:6-8 2 Peter 2:9 |