Romans 5:3

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But that’s not all. We also brag when we are suffering. We know that suffering creates endurance,

Cross References

Habakkuk 3:18

even then, I will be happy with the Lord. I will truly find joy in God, who saves me.

Luke 21:19

By your endurance you will save your life.

Acts 5:41

The apostles left the council room. They were happy to have been considered worthy to suffer dishonor for speaking about Jesus.

Romans 5:11

In addition, our Lord Jesus Christ lets us continue to brag about God. After all, it is through Christ that we now have this restored relationship with God.

Romans 8:23

However, not only creation groans. We, who have the Spirit as the first of God’s gifts, also groan inwardly. We groan as we eagerly wait for our adoption, the freeing of our bodies ⌞from sin⌟.

Romans 9:10

The same thing happened to Rebekah. Rebekah became pregnant by our ancestor Isaac.

2 Corinthians 4:17

Our suffering is light and temporary and is producing for us an eternal glory that is greater than anything we can imagine.

2 Corinthians 8:19

More than that, the churches elected him to travel with us and bring this gift of God’s kindness. We are administering it in a way that brings glory to the Lord and shows that we are doing it willingly.

Ephesians 3:13

So then, I ask you not to become discouraged by the troubles I suffer for you. In fact, my troubles bring you glory.

Philippians 1:29

God has given you the privilege not only to believe in Christ but also to suffer for him.

James 1:12

Blessed are those who endure when they are tested. When they pass the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

1 Peter 3:14

But even if you suffer for doing what God approves, you are blessed. Don’t be afraid of those who want to harm you. Don’t get upset.