The definitions of "Test"

are

(1) : a procedure, reaction, or reagent used to identify or characterize a substance or constituent 

(2) : something (as a series of questions or exercises) for measuring the skill, knowledge, intelligence, capacities, or aptitudes of an individual or group

I think definition (2) can be well applicable to me after everything this whole week.

It had been a tough week, with workload few times heavier than the usual heavy workload, alongside with being unwell physically through out the week, God did put me through a rather difficult test this week.

Why does God put us through tests or trials? Why does He put us in situation that we might question Him, our faith in Him and our journey ahead with Him?

In my opinion, God allows us to enter into faith combat so we can see His deliverance and victory over our adversary. As we are faithful where we are (the test), God will give us a larger sphere of responsibility. 

Another reason behind God's test for us is for us to learn how to submit to Him and at the same time resist the devil's temptation during the course of trials and tribulations. 

But why do we have to deal with temptation? Isn't it tough enough getting through God's test alone?

Resisting Satan's temptation allows us to strengthens our faith, our spiritual muscles. If we didn't have to stand against temptation, we'd never know our own spiritual strength. Facing temptations will either bring out the best or worst in us. Sometimes God allows us to be tested because He's preparing us for promotion or all the big plans He has in mind for us.

We should always stand in faith, and resist the devil and his works. God's Word always work, maybe not instantly but we know that God's test is always an open book test since we have the bible. From when we take our stand on God's Word to when the answer manifests, constitutes the test.

Besides, God is always our loving father who has a big heart for all His children. He will never put us through great trials that could possibly cause us to stumble and fail forever. 

In 1 Corinthians 10:13, it mentioned that

"No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it."

Come what may, we have God as our mighty sword and shield, victory will definitely prevail.

I AM REALLY LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS WEEKEND WITH A LOT OF REST OH MAI GOSH THANK YOU GOD 

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