Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope: and hope doesn’t disappoint us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Romans 5:3-5 Many translations translate perseverance as endurance. We rejoice not... Continue Reading →
“I said, “My strength has perished, along with my expectation from Yahweh.”” Lamentations 3:18 Other translations use the word Endurance for strength. Lexicon :: Strong's H5331 - neṣaḥ eminence, enduring, everlastingness, perpetuity enduring of life, and so life itself as enduring: The Scriptures before share of the destruction of Jerusalem. It goes into detail... Continue Reading →
so I say, “My endurance has perished; so has my hope from the Lord.” Lamentations 3:18 Other translations say "My strength" instead of my endurance. The Scriptures before share of the destruction of Jerusalem and the utter turmoil that the writer either witnessed or experienced. His will to live was gone. He did not feel that... Continue Reading →
Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! 1 Chronicles 16:34 This speaks of God's lovingkindness. Strong's H2617 - ḥeseḏ the kindness and goodness of God in redemption from enemiesin redemption from troublesin preservation of life from deathin quickening of spiritual lifein redemption of sinin keeping with covenants (with Abraham,... Continue Reading →
The saying is trustworthy, for: If we have died with him, we will also live with him;if we endure, we will also reign with him;if we deny him, he also will deny us; if we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself. 2 Timothy 2:11-13 When we endure with Christ, we will also reign with Him. When... Continue Reading →
If anyone is to be taken captive, to captivity he goes; if anyone is to be slain with the sword, with the sword must he be slain. Here is a call for the endurance and faith of the saints. Revelations 13:10 The Message translates this Scripture "They’ve made their bed; now they must lie in... Continue Reading →
For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when you do good and suffer for it you endure, this is a gracious thing in the sight of God. 1 Peter 2:20 For me, it is easy to think "If I am going to suffer, at least... Continue Reading →
“No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Enduring temptation, I realize most... Continue Reading →
For when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore by himself, saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise. Hebrews 6:13-15 God keeps His promises. They may not come in my timing or even look like I think it... Continue Reading →
Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness. Proverbs 8:18 As much as I would love this promise to be about money when it speaks of riches and enduring wealth, it is speaking of wisdom. Wisdom is a wealth that lasts and provides a path to righteousness when applied. When we fear God and allow... Continue Reading →
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