Consider the church folk you know and have known. What have you observed as the most common “Christian” responses to trials and setbacks in their lives?

Describe a situation in which a believer you know has handled a difficult time with exceptional grace and humility. What made the difference? What was his or her “secret”?

If a person’s faith is genuine, it will prove itself during times of trouble, whatever the nature or source of the trouble may be.

What does James say trials accomplish in the life of a believer?

What does it mean to be double-minded?

What trials are in your path right now? How can you take the truths of this lesson and glorify God in the midst of your difficulties?

How would you define endurance in the Christian life? How would you rate yourself when it comes to clinging to God in faith through tough times?

According to James 1:12, why is it imperative that we persevere?

is to the inclusive people of God who are scattered throughout the earth

For James joy is not the product of circumstances but rather the most fundamental expression of faith.

James encouraged them to embrace their trials not for what they were but for what God could accomplish through them

To request wisdom in the midst of trial is precisely what God intends for his people.