For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Romans 15:4 Hope comes from Scriptures and from endurance. We learn from what we have read and what we are walking though. Both build faith, which is the evidence of things hoped... Continue Reading →
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the... Continue Reading →
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. 1 Corinthians 13:7 Love. It's a word we have come to use so casually in our society. We say "I love chicken." "I love this outfit." "I love my job." It is also a word we decide we no longer feel. "I fell... Continue Reading →
In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate to one another; in honor preferring one another; not lagging in diligence; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer; contributing to the needs of the saints; given to hospitality. Romans 12:10-13 We are called to walk alongside our brothers and sisters... Continue Reading →
It is for discipline that you have to endure. God is treating you as sons. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline? Hebrews 12:7 To Endure - Strong's G5278 - hypomenō - We are called to bear bravely and calmly God disciplines His children because it has a purpose. Just as I would... Continue Reading →
“But remember the former days, in which, after you were enlightened, you endured a great struggle with sufferings; partly, being exposed to both reproaches and oppressions; and partly, becoming partakers with those who were treated so. For you both had compassion on me in my chains, and joyfully accepted the plundering of your possessions, knowing... Continue Reading →
And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 being strengthened with... Continue Reading →
We will all face tough times, but the Bible gives us an example though Paul of enduring though hardships.
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. Romans 8:14 When I read the passage my mind immediately took me back to Duke, the horse that was leading me when I was supposed to be leading him. How often do I want the Holy Spirit to follow me, instead... Continue Reading →
By your endurance you will gain your lives. Luke 21:19 Prior to this scripture, Jesus was telling His disciples what would be coming. He encouraged them not to be led astray, that many would claim to be Him. He warned that there would be war, disturbances, and that nations and kingdoms would rise against each other.... Continue Reading →
