Suffering, Perseverance, and Hope
Scripture “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, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” — Romans 5:3–5 […]
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The Glory Waiting for You
Scripture “And we exult in hope of the glory of God.” — Romans 5:2b (NASB) Reflection Paul says that those who have been justified by faith are not just forgiven—they are being prepared for something glorious. The “hope of the glory of God” means that one day we will fully share in what God is: […]
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Peace with God
Scripture “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — Romans 5:1 (NASB) Reflection Peace with God is not a feeling we have to manufacture or a spiritual state we have to maintain by our performance. It is a reality that belongs to everyone who has been […]
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A Flawed Faith in a Perfect Promise
Scripture “If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.” — 2 Timothy 2:13 (NASB) Reflection Abraham’s faith was real, but it was not perfect. He and Sarah grew impatient and tried to manufacture the promise on their own terms, producing consequences that rippled through generations. He was afraid and told half-truths […]
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Hope Against Hope
Scripture “In hope against hope he believed, so that he might become a father of many nations according to that which had been spoken, ‘So shall your descendants be.’” — Romans 4:18 (NASB) Reflection “In hope against hope, he believed.” What a striking phrase. On one side of the ledger stood everything that argued against […]
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