Life is Hard. Joy is Possible
There is a false teaching that has spread rapidly. There are some who teach, and many who believe that if they follow Jesus will life suddenly becomes easier.
Now, here is the truth: With Jesus, life is better. With Jesus life has purpose and meaning and hope. But the Bible does not tell us is that if we come to Jesus that life will be easier.
In James 1 we are reminded that trials are real and difficult. But we also learn that in the midst of trials joy is possible.