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We can’t accept that in this life we won’t face trials and tribulations especially as this age comes to an end. If anything we should all the more be prepared for them. Now, I am not saying we become maniacal over trouble like some suicide squad looking for pain and glory. We are the redeemed. and as such we wear our badges. bruises and burdens with dignity, honor and righteousness knowing all the while we are called for the Word sake and are witnesses to the world as Jesus was and is. So, in those times of testing our patience and resolve, the opportunity exist for the demonstration of our conviction which is our Faith.