Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials,

because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.

And let endurance have its full effect,

so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing.

James 1:2-4 CSB

More small words:

"And let"

James tells us that the lesson is found in ensuring, in preserving, that we need to let enduring do its work.

In this current "trial" I wonder what that is for me?

It could be to keep a bigger picture of the world in mind, look out for my neighbour, be kinder, more  generous.

It could be that as these days continue, that the less important things actually become less important, that my relationship with God and with people is strengthened not diminished. 

"And let" says that there is something for me to learn in enduring, so don't fight it or wish it gone, embrace it, and let it do its work.

#somethingtochewon

#james

#Godsgym

#endurancehasworktodo