Developing Talent

A talent must be exposed to pressures so it can be developed; when pressed on...it must press back-strengthening it creating endurance. Talents are given to us by our Father and  we must rely on Him for our talent to be properly used; being purged of any self reliance. He is the Vine and we are the branch; a branch will wither and die if not connected to the Vine. So embrace and hold on tight during the storms; you're being strengthened and purged...you will come out on the other side more complete and ready for service! Consider it a pure joy, my brothers, when you face trials of many kinds, because you will know the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything (James 1:2-4). 8/2012CIFL-LMM