Hope for the Heart: Trials (ePub)

Everyone faces trials. Whether it's losing a job or losing a loved one, when trials hit they often make us wonder Why—why this? Why now? Why me? Packed with easy-to-understand explanations, key Bible verses, and biblical encouragement, this 96-page book shows how God uses the trials of life to refine us, to strengthen us, and to transforms us into His glorious image. Find out how to stand on God's promises during tough times and be encouraged as you begin to see your "problems" as God's "possibilities."
Discover:

• 10 steps to accepting God's will for your life • 6 stages of character refinement • 8 key thoughts that can hardened your heart (and how to combat them) • 5 ways to build your faith in the furnace. Covers how to:

• Face your trials positively
•Persevere through your trial patiently
•Finish your trial maturely
•Pray for wisdom consistently
•Believe in God's answer confidently.

Perfect for individual use, group Bible studies, Adult Sunday School, church giveaways, or to hand to someone for encouragement. Includes incredible insight from key Bible stories, such as Job, Daniel, and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
We don't develop Christ-like character all at once. It's forged over time, especially through trials. But, how can you hang on to hope in the midst of the flames? June Hunt takes you step-by-step through the refiner's process—revealing how God uses trials to purify us, test us, and ultimately bless us. Enjoy getting biblical hope and practical advice on how to trust in God during the trials and tribulations of life.

3 Keys To Understanding the Trials of Life


• God uses trials to strengthen and refine me
June Hunt begins this minibook with a definition section where she describes the key ways God uses trials in our life. She explains how trials are instrumental in:

• Exposing our current character and flawed thinking
• Testing our faith
• Refining our character
• Proving our commitment in Christ.

The Bible is filled with images of God working as the Refiner in our lives. In this section, June Hunt also walks you through the 6 stages of the "refinement process"—from "breaking" the rock to expose its precious qualities to the crucible meant for purification. (Includes key verses and amazing insight that will encourage you!)
• My attitude and response to trials makes a difference
The mere presence of pain is not a promise of refinement. Your attitude and response toward your trials helps determine what God will accomplish through them. In the "Characteristics and Causes" section, June Hunt not only describes the different types of trials we face, she reveals how to keep our hearts from becoming hardened during the process. She tackles the 8 thoughts that can easily brew up bitterness and rot us with resentment.

Hardened Heart:
"It's not fair—no one is suffering like me" Humble Heart:
"I am no different than others. God allows all his children to suffer."
" You know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of suffering." (1 Peter 5:9)

• God has given me all that I need to withstand trials and tribulations
Through every trial you can experience peace, transformation, and personal growth by depending on the guidelines of God's truth. In the last...