A Life Without Trials?

If we have no trials in our lives, we can probably assume one of the following:  1) we just came out of a trial and God is providing much needed rest  2) we are about to enter into a new trial  3) we are doing so little for the kingdom that we aren’t getting Satan’s attention.    

Against all human nature, the Lord teaches us to rejoice in our trials for they are meant to prove the genuineness of our faith, to build our character and to bring praise, honor and glory to Jesus.  When we are in a test of faith, we can be sure that we have rattled Satan’s cage and demanded his response against us.  It brings the Father great joy when He sees us entered in battle with the enemy as a result of us joining Him in His good work.  It brings Him even greater joy when He delivers us from the battle strengthened by His Spirit and covered in His peace.