Perseverance in trials

HIGHER EVERYDAY YOUTH DEVOTIONAL GUIDE MONDAY JUNE 22, 2026 PERSEVERANCE IN TRIALS KEY VERSE: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ” (1 PETER 1:7). BIBLE TEXT: 1 PETER 1:3-9 B.Simpson says, “Trials and hard places are needed to press us forward, even as the furnace fires in the hold of that mighty ship give force that moves the piston, drives the engine, and propels that great vessel across the sea in the face of the winds and waves.” Our trials should propel us to achievement and fulfilment of our ordained destinies. Trials are unpleasant experiences in life that test the faith of the Christian. They come in different forms, such as sicknesses, persecution, delayed answers to prayers, lack, and failure. Friend, trials are meant to make us stronger in the faith, deeper in our understanding of God and provide a more holistic approach to our walk with God. Our Lord Jesus also suffered, leaving us an example to follow. In trials, rejoice and patiently endure. Be grateful that you are suffering like your Master, Jesus and the saints of old. A greater glory awaits you in heaven if you continue in the Lord till the end. That glory is incomparable with the trials we face here on earth. PRAYER: Lord, help me to keep trusting You even in my trials. CHALLENGE: Never give up! QUOTE: A greater glory awaits you #trend #devotional #trending