The word “ when” assumes that troubles are a normal part of Christian life. In fact, trials are given for a faithful disciple. Im Jewish wisdom tradition held that the experience of trials was proof of a person’s faithfulness. Joy suggests an eschatological ( end times) hope of deliverance from trials. The Joy with which a believer endures trials in the present is a sign of their hope for future relief. ~Holman KJV Bible commentary
Michael Carlin
The word “ when” assumes that troubles are a normal part of Christian life. In fact, trials are given for a faithful disciple. Im Jewish wisdom tradition held that the experience of trials was proof of a person’s faithfulness. Joy suggests an eschatological ( end times) hope of deliverance from trials. The Joy with which a believer endures trials in the present is a sign of their hope for future relief.
~Holman KJV Bible commentary
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