God's presence with us, amidst the adversities and troubles of life, strengthens to bear and work through them and works holiness in us. The dross of worldliness, misplaced affections, misspent time and energy, pride and foolishness are often consumed amidst the purifying heat of trials. Our grip upon this world is often loosened. In addition to the Word of God, trials are used by the Holy Spirit as a means to advance us in progressive sanctification. Hebrews 12:1-14 is expounded and the express connection between disciplinary trials and sanctification is noted (:10b, 'but He disciplines us for our good, that we may share His holiness'). Sanctifying benefits of trials are identified. The believer should receive trials in patient, believing subordination to His Heavenly Father that such trials might be a means of making him holier.
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