Why Do We Need to Experience Hardship and Refinement?

By Xiang Yang One day, I read a fable. There was once a farmer who hoped that his wheat would not be affected by any terrible weather while it was growing, but would grow tall and strong in light winds and sunshine. But when his wish was realized and the ti...

Bible Verse–Ecclesiastes 4:11

Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?

Bible Verse–Psalm 127:3

See, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.

Bible Verse–John 16:24

Till now have you asked nothing in my name: ask, and you shall receive, that your joy may be full.

Bible Verses–Revelation 5:9-10

And they sung a new song, saying, You are worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for you were slain, and have redeemed us to God by your blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation; And have made us to our God kings and prie...

Bible Verse–Proverbs 3:9

Honor the LORD with your substance, and with the first fruits of all your increase: