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“For you, O God, have tested us; you have tried us as silver is tried.” (Psalm. 66:10 ESV)

The testing of your faith produces steadfastness

“For you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.” (James 1;3 ESV)

Stand the test and be blessed 

“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” (James 1:12 ESV)

After testing you will come out as gold

“But he knows the way that I take; when he has tried me, I shall come out as gold.” (Job. 23:10 ESV)

“The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the Lord tests hearts.” (Prov. 17:3 ESV)

The testing of your faith’s genuineness will result in praise, glory and honor

“So that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” (1 Peter 1:7 ESV)

Therefore

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1:2-4 ESV)

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? And ‘If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?’ Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good. ” (1 Peter 4:12-19 ESV)

Quotes:

“The greatest test of faith is when you don't get what you want, but still you are able to say Thank You Lord.” - John Hagee

“The ultimate test of faith is not how loudly you praise God in happy times but how deeply you trust him in dark times.” - Rick Warren