Does Anybody Actually Do This?

Hello friends,

This is probably a familiar verse:

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. ~James 1:2-4

What I am wondering today is if there is anyone who actually does this. Do we really consider the bad things that happen to us to be "pure joy?" I am not going to say here that I have in any way mastered this principal, but I think that God has recently given me some insight into it.
If you notice, the scripture uses the phrase "trials of many kinds" to refer to the hardships we go through. My point is this: No matter what your going through, it is a trial from God with an intended outcome that will be beneficial to you. It is not some accidental misfortune that resulted from any number of circumstances. No, God has intentionally brought this hardship upon you. I believe that recognizing this may be a crucial first step in achieving "pure joy." Here is a verse that illustrates this point:

"Be joyful always...give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
~1Thes 5:16,18

Again, I will not say that I am perfect at being "joyful always," yet I have found that great comfort is found in knowing that "this is God's will for you."
I hope this message has blessed you,
With His love,
Charlie