Cher

I have not faced any extreme trials such as a flood, fire, or loss of child or spouse. And I only pray that if or when one of these trials of such magnitude comes my way that the Lord will be my Rock and He alone will I turn to. I can not fathom the emotional and spiritual battle that can take place at such a time. I ashamedly have to say that it is during the "daily" trials of life while raising and schooling four children and keeping up with household chores and all other life responsibilities that I at times fail to overcome the trial set before me. These trials are character building moumental moments to work out my salvation and be an example of Christ's love... to be loving, patient, nurturing, unselfish, giving and full of mercy and grace. Each day I am given many oppurtunities to overcome my natures weaknesses and allow Christ's light to shine through. It seems such an easy task, and yet I fail at certain obstacles (or trials)... such as a consistent calm spirit during the day without hollering or just sharing God's grace with my children when they sin. This is when I know I allow Satan to bring me down instead of looking to God and seeing these moments as a chance for His strength to be in my weakness! What impact we can have on others when God freely has movement through our hearts and we are sharing His joy despite our circumstances. I realize these daily trials are part of my growth as a Christian. The value of them are tremendous as I am being refined into His likeness!

Hi, My name is Cher, and I live in Indiana. I am a homeschool mom of four children. I look forward to walking through the book of James with everyone. This book has spoke to my heart and has challenged me on multiple occasions to be the person God created me to be. I pray each of us glean much insight and wisdom as we study this book together. This is my first online study as well!