Christian life is hard (fast pulse), this probably means we are following the path properly and are in the middle of the spiritual development God desires for us. If we are not convinced that the Christian life consists of trials, perseverance, and complete maturity as explained in James 1:2–4, then we need help. In contrast to “not lacking anything,” we lack something vital: wisdom. Wisdom, James informs us, is not something we can pick up at the quick shop. It is