Joy in Trials

A. Context (v.1)

1. The Author

2. The Audience

B. A Perplexing Imperative (v.2)

1. The Situation: "when you meet trials of various kinds"

2. The Response:

"count it all joy"

C. The Divine Purpose (vv. 3–4)

1. Perseverance (v.3)

2. Perfection (v.4)