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 shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword?

"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

"Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you and revile you and spurn your name as evil, on account of the Son of Man!

Then they left the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the name.

Are they servants of Christ? I am a better one--I am talking like a madman--with far greater labors, far more imprisonments, with countless beatings, and often near death.

But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

So I ask you not to lose heart over what I am suffering for you, which is your glory.

For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake,

Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds,

But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled,

Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in that name.

Knowing

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

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

General references

When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.

By your endurance you will gain your lives.