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–Galatians 1:4

Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father:

Bible Verse–Revelation 16:15

Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watches, and keeps his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame.

Bible Verse–Proverbs 3:9

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

Bible Verse–Psalm 16:9-11

Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices: my flesh also shall rest in hope.For you will not leave my soul in hell; neither will you suffer your Holy One to see corruption.You will show me the path of life: in your presence is fullness of joy; at your ...