Romans 5:3

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Summary

Romans 5:3

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

But we

Knowing

2 Corinthians 4:17

Hebrews 12:10

General references

Psalm 94:19

Luke 21:19

Bible References

But we

Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?

“Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are you when men hate you, and ostracize you, and insult you, and scorn your name as evil, for the sake of the Son of Man.

So they went on their way from the presence of the

Council, rejoicing that they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.

Are they servants of Christ?—I speak as if insane—I more so; in

far more labors, in

far more imprisonments,

beaten times without number, often in danger of death.

And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.” Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

Therefore I ask you not to lose heart at my tribulations on your behalf, for they are your glory.

For to you it has been granted for Christ’s sake, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake,

But even if I am being poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice and share my joy with you all.

Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials,

But even if you should suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed. And do not fear their

intimidation, and do not be troubled,

but if anyone suffers as a Christian, he is not to be ashamed, but is to glorify God in this name.

Knowing

For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison,

For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but He disciplines us for our good, so that we may share His holiness.

General references

When my anxious thoughts multiply within me,
Your consolations delight my soul.

By your endurance you will gain your lives.