Romans 5:3
Not only so, but we should also rejoice in the sufferings, knowing that the suffering produces perseverance;
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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
4and the perseverance, proven character; and the proven character, hope;
Cross References
Matthew 5:10Blessed are those who have been persecuted on account of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens.
Luke 21:19—you must secure your souls by your endurance.)
Romans 8:35Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Will it be affliction or distress or persecution or famine or nakedness or peril or sword?
2 Corinthians 11:23Are they ministers of Christ? (I'm being irrational) I am more: in labors more abundantly, in beatings beyond count, in prison more frequently, in ‘deaths’ often —
Ephesians 3:13Therefore I ask that you not lose heart at my afflictions on your behalf, which is your glory.
Philippians 2:17Yes, even if I am a libation being poured on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice 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 →