Romans 5:4
endurance produces character, and character produces hope ??5 a hope which never disappoints us, since God's love floods our hearts through the holy Spirit which has been given to us.
James 1:12
Blessed is he who endures under trial; for when he has stood the test, he will gain the crown of life which is promised to all who love Him.
2 Corinthians 1:4-6
who comforts me in all my distress, so that I am able to comfort people who are in any distress by the comfort with which I myself am comforted by God.
2 Corinthians 4:8-12
on every side I am harried but not hemmed in, perplexed but not despairing,
2 Corinthians 6:9-10
'unknown' but well-known, dying but here I am alive, chastened but not killed,
2 Timothy 4:16-18
The first time I had to defend myself, I had no supporters; everyone deserted me. God grant it may not be brought up against them!
1 Peter 1:6-7
You will rejoice then, though for the passing moment you may need to suffer various trials;
1 Peter 5:10
Once you have suffered for a little, the God of all grace who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will repair and recruit and strengthen you.