BIBLE GLOSSARY

Perseverance

WHAT IT MEANS

Continuing faithfully through difficulty or delay.

IN BIBLICAL CONTEXT

Romans describes perseverance in relation to suffering, character and hope. Hebrews also uses the word for continuing the journey of faith.

AN EVERYDAY EXAMPLE

Taking another small, faithful step during a hard season can be perseverance.

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Scripture: World English Bible · Public domain · eBible.org

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Perseverance — Bible glossary · LUMINVIA