And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . . Romans 5:3-5 NASB Perseverance – Is perseverance simply gritting your teeth and enduring the pain? Does God expect you to white-knuckle your…
And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . . Romans 5:3-5 NASB Knowing – When we read this verse in Greek, we get a much clearer picture of Paul’s intent. Our…
And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . . Romans 5:3-5 NASB Tribulations – Can you think upside-down? Putting on the “new man” requires more than a change of clothes. It…
And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . . Romans 5:3-5 NASB Not only this – Now that we’ve decided to write a résumé of God’s development plan for our lives,…
And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . . Romans 5:3-5 NASB Exult – The NASB chose “exult” perhaps because the other translation of the Greek word kauchaomai has inappropriate contemporary…
“And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations;” Romans 5:3 Exult – In order to appreciate the paradox in this verse, we have to realize that the word for “tribulations” (thlipsis) is not about inconveniences. It’s not about daily annoying struggles or problems. This is a very strong word that means “crushing…
