2Cor020 A Godly Perspective on Trials

Every now and again, a book or essay is published which turns conventional wisdom on its head. A recent example of such a book has been published by a Stanford University psychologist who claims that stresses and trials can actually promote health, instead of hinder it (conventional wisdom), as long as we view them correctly. Without overlapping at many points with this challenge to conventional wisdom, Paul sets forth the similar perspective that how we view our trials has everything to do with how we endure them. To straighten out our thinking about life's trials and difficulties and to give us a proper view of them, Paul focuses our thoughts on three spiritual realities: spiritual renewal, spiritual reward, and spiritual realities. Arming ourselves with this perspective will strengthen Christians to endure hardships and trials without losing heart.