What do the trials in our life knock out of us? It will not happen perfectly in this life, but they knock out of us pride and self-sufficiency. They knock out of us the brashness of our youth that we become like Jesus—more like him, trusting him, humbler, godlier, sweeter, more mature. We become more aware of our sinful nature; I do become more aware of my sinful nature through trials. Therefore, we become more grateful for the grace of God.1
Thomas Schreiner
2 Mes frères, regardez comme un sujet de joie complète les diverses épreuves auxquelles vous pouvez être exposés,