God wants us to claim joy in trials. Why should we claim joy? Four reasons are found in our passage: James 2:2-12. (1) We claim joy because trials teach us perseverance (vv2-4). (2) We claim joy because trials develop our prayers (vv5-8). (3) We claim joy because trials perfect our attitude toward others (vv9-11). (4) We claim joy because trials result in a crown of life (v12).