Romans 5:4
and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;
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Before · Romans 5:2–3
2through whom we also have our access by faith into this grace in which we stand. We rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces perseverance;
4and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope;