{"id":45235,"date":"2020-12-26T17:42:17","date_gmt":"2020-12-26T14:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/?p=45235"},"modified":"2025-05-10T09:25:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-10T06:25:05","slug":"what-do-you-see-in-the-midst-of-trials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/en\/2020\/12\/26\/what-do-you-see-in-the-midst-of-trials\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do You See in the Midst of Trials?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shalom, beloved.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a moment to reflect on a deep spiritual truth that every believer must face: How do we see and respond when we find ourselves in the middle of life\u2019s trials?<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Jesus Understands Our Suffering<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Bible teaches that Jesus is not a distant Savior\u2014He walked where we walk. He experienced temptation, pain, and rejection just like us.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are\u2014yet he did not sin.\u201d
\n\u2014 Hebrews 4:15<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This means that Jesus understands the full weight of human suffering. But He also overcame it, giving us hope that we, too, can endure.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.\u201d
\n\u2014 John 16:33<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

2. Trials Are a Normal Part of the Christian Life<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Contrary to the popular belief that faith guarantees a pain-free life, Scripture teaches that trials are part of the Christian journey. Ecclesiastes reminds us that life comes in seasons:<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.\u201d
\n\u2014 Ecclesiastes 3:1<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

You may experience seasons of abundance, loss, loneliness, sickness, or joy\u2014but none of these are outside of God\u2019s awareness. The key is learning how to respond when you enter the “wilderness” seasons.<\/p>\n

3. Jesus Faced Danger, Yet Was Not Alone<\/strong><\/h3>\n

After His baptism, Jesus was led into the wilderness to be tested:<\/p>\n

\u201cAt once the Spirit sent him out into the wilderness, and he was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and angels attended him.\u201d
\n\u2014 Mark 1:12\u201313<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Here we see a dual reality: Jesus faced external threats (“wild animals”) and spiritual warfare (“tempted by Satan”). Yet at the same time, Heaven was actively present<\/strong>\u2014\u201cangels attended Him.\u201d Theological implication: God never leaves us alone in our trials. He surrounds us with divine help, even when it\u2019s unseen.<\/strong><\/p>\n

4. In Trials, Don\u2019t Just See the Enemy\u2014See God\u2019s Presence<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sometimes trials bring people or circumstances that feel like enemies\u2014harsh critics, betrayals, sickness, financial hardship, or rejection from loved ones. But these \u201cwild beasts\u201d should not blind us to the greater reality: God is with us.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is what Elisha understood when he and his servant were surrounded by enemy armies. His servant panicked\u2014but Elisha prayed:<\/p>\n

\u201c\u2018Don\u2019t be afraid,\u2019 the prophet answered. \u2018Those who are with us are more than those who are with them.\u2019\u201d
\n\u2014 2 Kings 6:16<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cAnd Elisha prayed, \u2018Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.\u2019 Then the Lord opened the servant\u2019s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.\u201d
\n\u2014 2 Kings 6:17<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Theology of angelic ministry<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Hebrews 1:14) teaches that angels are \u201cministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation.\u201d That means there is divine assistance working invisibly on our behalf, especially in moments of weakness and fear.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

5. Daniel\u2019s Faith Shows Us How to Trust in the Trial<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When Daniel was thrown into the lions\u2019 den, he did not fear. He focused on God\u2019s power\u2014not the lions. His testimony was:<\/p>\n

\u201cMy God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight.\u201d
\n\u2014 Daniel 6:22<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Daniel\u2019s experience reveals this theological truth: Faith doesn’t always remove the trial, but it reveals God’s power within it.<\/strong><\/p>\n

6. Application: Keep Your Spiritual Eyes Open<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Just because we can’t see angels or divine intervention doesn’t mean God is absent. He often works behind the scenes to preserve, strengthen, and deliver us.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor we live by faith, not by sight.\u201d
\n\u2014 2 Corinthians 5:7<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In moments of trial, don’t focus only on what your physical eyes see. Ask God to open your spiritual eyes so you can see His power, presence, and provision.<\/p>\n

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Final Encouragement:<\/strong><\/p>\n

You may be going through a season of deep struggle, but know this: God has not abandoned you.<\/strong> His angels surround you. His Spirit strengthens you. His promises remain true.<\/p>\n

So, be still. Let go of fear. Look beyond the struggle and fix your eyes on God. In due time, you will see His hand at work and experience His divine intervention.<\/p>\n

\u201cBe still, and know that I am God.\u201d
\n\u2014 Psalm 46:10<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Shalom.<\/strong><\/p>\n