Broken Leg a Gift?

James 1:2-4 (The Message)

 ^2-4Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors. So don't try to get out of anything prematurely. Let it do its work so you become mature and well-developed, not deficient in any way.

Hebrews 12 - Lucas

Hebrews 12:7, 11

Hebrews 12:18-24

I am thankful for a living God, a God that chastens and blesses me instead of separating me from Him.

Mighty Men of God - Mark

Isaiah 13:3

I've taken charge of my special forces,
called up my crack troops.
They're bursting with pride and passion
to carry out my angry judgment.

God is raising up men in our church to become His special forces. These men will be used to accomplish His mighty work during these difficult times.

How do I know that I am one of these men?

* I have submitted my life and my will to His purposes
* I read my Bible and walk with Him each day
* I happily perform the work that He has given me each day
* He speaks to me and encourages me each day