James 1:2-4 NIV — Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

As I reflect on all the times Uncle Archie reminded me as a young child to have patience and perseverance, I now realize he was being a Christian witness for me. Although I cannot be certain, I feel he probably learned the lesson of patience and perseverance over the years when he was bearing trials of his own. 

As we finish our week on patience and perseverance, take a few moments to read The Impatient Farmer and Shake It Off & Step Up!

Let’s pray. Dear Father, thank You for reminding me, even when I don’t want to be reminded, to have patience and perseverance. Give me strength and courage to let go and trust in You. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

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