Romans 5:3

And not only that, but we also find glory in tribulation, knowing that tribulation exercises patience,

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In The King James Version

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

In Context

2For through him we also have access by faith to this grace, in which we stand firm, and to glory, in the hope of the glory of the sons of God.

4and patience leads to proving, yet truly proving leads to hope,

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Cross References

Matthew 5:10Blessed are those who endure persecution for the sake of justice, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Luke 21:19By your patience, you shall possess your souls.

Romans 8:35Then who will separate us from the love of Christ? Tribulation? Or anguish? Or famine? Or nakedness? Or peril? Or persecution? Or the sword?

2 Corinthians 11:23They are the ministers of Christ (I speak as if I were less wise); more so am I: with many more labors, with numerous imprisonments, with wounds beyond measure, with frequent mortifications.

Ephesians 3:13Because of this, I ask you not to be weakened by my tribulations on your behalf; for this is your glory.

Philippians 2:17Moreover, if I am to be immolated because of the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice and give thanks with all of you.

Matthew Henry on Romans 5:2-6

Justification and Its Effects. ( a. d. 58.) 1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; 4 And patience, experience; and experience, hope: 5 And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto… Read the whole commentary →

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