Endurance

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials,

 for we know that they help us develop endurance.

And endurance developes strength of character,

and character strenghthens our confident hope of salvation.

And this hope will not lead to disappointment.

For we know how dearly God loves us,

because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.

~ Romans 5: 3-5 (NLT)