You Can't Study During The Test

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Growing up, we had tests in school and spent lots of time preparing, studying, and staying up late cramming for them. The bigger the test, the more time spent studying for it. The key with the tests was to prepare beforehand. In God, we know that we go through tests. Why is it that most believers spend no time preparing for the tests? We did it for school, but not for life, not for God, who alone really counts. Maybe that's why sometimes we have to take the same test over and over in life. Instead of just waiting for tests to come in your life and quickly trying to handle the challenge in the middle of the trial, try something new. Start preparing for them beforehand. When things are okay and peaceful, use that time to grow. Prepare to get stronger in God in all areas of your life when you're not in the middle of the conflict or being tempted. Those who passed the tests are those who prepared for them. Prepare for your tests and you'll pass them and move on to graduation.

From Message #825 - The Test