Heavenly Father,
We claim the words of James, the letter writer and disciple, as our own, as we pray:
We consider it pure joy when we face trials of many kinds, because we know the testing of our faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so we may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of us lacks wisdom, we ask You, God, who gives generously to all without finding fault. We do believe and do not doubt.
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life You, the Lord, have promised to those who love You.
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from You, our Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. You chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of all You created.
Let us be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness You desire. We do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive ourselves. We do what it says.
We pray these things in Jesus' name. Amen.
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