STMA Mayor, Lawyer FF Faidoo, Acts to Ease Kojokrom Road Traffic After Viral Video

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Following a viral video posted yesterday exposing the poor state of the Kojokrom road and the heavy traffic it caused, the Mayor of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly (STMA), Lawyer FF Faidoo, has moved quickly to tackle the problem. This morning, under the Mayor’s instructions, the Department of Urban Roads began temporary reshaping works on the affected section. The works involve dredging, grading, leveling, and filling major potholes to improve traffic flow and ease delays for commuters and residents. The Mayor personally visited the site to oversee the emergency intervention, stressing that while this is only a short-term fix, a permanent reconstruction is already being planned in collaboration with the Ministry of Roads and Highways. He also expressed gratitude to the CEO of JustMoh Company for supporting the effort by supplying a 0-40 stone base to fill damaged portions of the road. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18stWBt9UC/
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Enduring Trials, Receiving the Crown — A Reflection on James 1:12

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James 1:12 (KJV): “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.”

Expository Explanation:

1. “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation”

   – Blessed means spiritually favored and joyful, not just in circumstances but in the eyes of God.  

   – Endureth temptation refers to remaining steadfast through trials, testing, and even temptations that challenge faith and obedience.

2. “For when he is tried”

   – This means after the person has been tested or proven.  

   – The phrase implies a process — a refining, like metal in fire — that reveals genuine faith.

3. “He shall receive the crown of life"  

   – This “crown” isn’t a physical object but a symbol of eternal reward and honor.  

   – The crown of life refers to the eternal life God grants to faithful believers. It's often seen as the reward for perseverance under suffering.

4. "Which the Lord hath promised to them that love him" 

   – This closing affirms that God’s promise is not to those who merely endure by willpower but to those who love Him.Life brings challenges that test our strength, our faith, and our commitment to God. James 1:12 offers hope and encouragement to every believer walking through hardship. It reminds us that we are not forgotten in our trials. In fact, those who endure are blessed—not because pain is pleasant, but because God sees and honors perseverance.

The verse emphasizes that endurance through temptation is not merely about surviving—it’s about standing firm in faith. The person who remains faithful “when he is tried” will be rewarded with the crown of life. This isn’t a temporary crown—it’s the gift of eternal life, promised by God Himself to those who love Him.

Love is the fuel for endurance. When we truly love God, we trust Him even when things don’t make sense. That love strengthens our resolve, giving us the grace to walk through difficulty with hope.

Whatever trial you're facing today, know that it’s shaping you, not breaking you. God sees your endurance. Keep walking. Keep believing. There’s a crown waiting for those who finish with faith.Summary: 

James 1:12 (KJV) teaches that enduring trials with faith and love for God leads to divine reward. The “crown of life” is promised not just to survivors, but to lovers of God — those who trust Him through hardship.

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