1 Peter 1:6-7 can be read negatively. That is, it can be read in such a way that it is discouraging. That doesn’t necessarily have to be the case.
For a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
It can read as an encouragement. Why? Because we alone are not in charge of or solely responsible for the growth and strength of our faith.
How so? Hebrews 12:2 tell us that Jesus is the perfecter of our faith. Philippians 1:6 says that God will complete what he started in us. And take a peek at Psalms 57:2 and 138:8 and 1 Corinthians 1:7-8.
Trust, no matter what, that God is at work in you today, all through your day.
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