Necessary preparation for heaven

" The story of greatness is not the story of a man or woman or family who runs and never stumbles or falls; rather, it is the story of those who DARE to run and stumble and fall, and who by the grace of God pick themselves up again and again and again. The story of a victory is not one without pain or sacrifice or disappointments, but one of holding on, of standing fast on the promises of God's Word, of knowing that while we may never understand the "whys" someday we shall see Him face to face, and it will be worth it all! "
Marilee Pierce Dunker, daughter of Bob Pierce ( Founder of World Vision International )

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perserverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
James 1:2-3