“For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” 2 Corinthians 4:17.
“Now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations. That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honor and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ, Whom having not seen ye love.” 1 Peter 1:6-8.
“But for a moment,” the trial,
Only a moment ‘twill last,
Soon in the glory with Jesus,
Each trial and sorrow past.
“Now for a season,” if need be
Temptation, heaviness, pain,
Proving thy faith most precious,
Gleaning eternal gain.
Faith in a Father’s wisdom,
Faith in His heart of love,
Faith through the worst affliction,
Faith that looks up above.
Faith that will stand His testing
Though it be tried with fire;
Trusting His love and goodness,
This is His heart’s desire.
Testing is just for a season
Later its purpose is known
After the trial, comes blessing
After the cross, comes the crown.