James 1:12

Bless is the man who is steadfast under trial and perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the test and been approved, he will receive the (victor’s) crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.

Tests and trials will reveal our level of faith and our knowledge of the promises of God. If we turn to and speak the word of God out of our mouths when those trials occur, we are standing on faith.  Our goal as Christians is to be approved by God for believing and operating in the Word.