2 Timothy 3:11-12
persecutions, and sufferings, such as happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium and at Lystra; what persecutions I endured, yet the Lord rescued me from them all.
John 16:33
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage! I have overcome the world."
Acts 14:22
strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, "Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God."
2 Corinthians 4:7-12
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.
2 Corinthians 4:17
For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison,
2 Corinthians 11:23-27
Are they servants of Christ? I am a better oneI am talking like a madmanin far more labors, in far more imprisonments, with more beatings, and often in danger of death.
1 Thessalonians 3:3-4
so that no one would be unsettled by these afflictions. You yourselves know that we have been destined for this.
Hebrews 11:33-38
who through faith conquered kingdoms, performed acts of justice, received promises, shut the mouths of lions,
James 5:10-11
As an example, brethren, of suffering and patience, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.
1 Peter 4:12-13
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal which comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.
Revelation 7:14-17
I said to him, "Sir, you know." And he said to me, "These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.