Suffering Produces
Perseverance
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have
peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained
access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the
hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings,
because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character;
and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured
out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.
Romans 5:1-5
According to the apostle Paul, perseverance is a key component
in character development.
Perseverance means steadfastness, constancy, and endurance. It
was used of believers who endured in their walk of faith despite many painful
trials.
Have setbacks slowed you down to a snail’s pace? Be encouraged.
God doesn’t ask for a fast finish. He expects persevering progress.
Great achievement requires great
perseverance.
Our Daily Bread –