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James: Growing UpEnduring Tests: James 1:2-12April 26, 2015Please turn to James 1:2-12Michael\u2019s Personal Goal: to rejoice in life\u2019s tests, knowing they\u2019re being used to complete meThree Imperatives\u2014Consider, Know and Let (V 2-4)1.To Consider (something to do): Rejoice -Trials (): sometimes temptation, but here to test/proveThings to know about testsa.They\u2019re inevitable (not \u201cif\u201d, but \u201cwhen\u201d)b.They come in all shapes and sizes2.To Know (something to realize): Tests have a purpose a.Testing develops perseverance and then someb.Perseverance\u2019s 3-fold purpose: that you may become mature, complete and lacking nothing \u201c\u2026being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you willcarry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.\u201d Philippians 1:63.To Let (something to allow): Cooperate with GodTwo Examples of tests (V 9-11)a.Wealth is a test: how are you handling it?b.Poverty is a test: how are you handling it?One more Imperative: Ask (V 5-8)Wisdom: the vantage point that allows us to see things from God\u2019s perspectiveWhat is God\u2019s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?