Thematic Bible
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journey of israel through the Desert » Continued forty years » To prove and humble them, &c
God » Leader » In difficult places, for testing
divine Leader » In difficult places, for testing
Life » Lessons of » Probation, a
"But the gardener answered him. 'Lord, let it alone this year also, till I have dug around it, and fertilized it.
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"And he summoned ten slaves of his, and gave them ten pounds, and said to them, "'Trade with these until I come.'
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They should first be tested, and after that, if they are found irreproachable, let them serve as deacons.
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He said this to test him, for he himself knew what he intended to do.
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The Providence of God » Is exercised in » Leading saints
Spiritual » Tests divine methods used for testing believers » By leading men in a difficult way
Temptation » A test
By faith Abraham, when he was put to the test, was on the point of offering up Isaac; yes, he who had received the promise was about to offer up his only son,
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Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love him.
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Exult in this, though now for a brief moment, if need be, you have suffered many hardships. These are in order that the test of your faith, more precious than gold that is perishable and yet is tested by fire, may redound to praise and glory and honor, at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
My brothers, when you are beset by various temptations, count it all joy, because you know that the testing of your faith is working out endurance.