What the Bible says about Testing the Heart
(From Forerunner Commentary)

1 Thessalonians 2:4-5 This was written to Christians. God tests our hearts. He wants to know, to find out, to see for Himself, through the circumstances that He creates or allows to occur, what our reaction will be. He does not assume; He does not presume that He already knows. God tests, and He is watching. This is why He can be a witness. John W. Ritenbaugh Image and Likeness of God (Part Five) Related Topics: God Tests Our Hearts | Testing of Faith | Testing the Heart | Tests | Tests and Trials | Trials and Tests | Trials, Purpose of | Trials, Shaping Power Of

1 Peter 4:12-13 When a trial comes upon us, we tend to think, "Why me? What have I done wrong?" We may have done nothing wrong. Trials are necessary for growth. Imagine being a college student, knowing that your progress needs to be measured. How can that be done without testing or examination? If we do away with tests, how do we gauge growth? Mike Ford Joy and Trial Related Topics: Spiritual Goals | Spiritual Growth | Spiritual Maturity | Spiritual Maturity, Process of | Testing | Testing of Faith | Testing the Heart | Tests | Trials | Trials, Fiery | Trials, Purpose of | Trials, Shaping Power Of