Tag Archives: Perseverance

And Proven Character, Hope

Posted on July 9, 2026 by Mark

For years I have been puzzled by the logic of this sequence in Romans 5:3. Here Paul lists what a right response to tribulations will bring: And not only this, but we exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings … Continue reading →

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Hupomone

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Mark

When you read large hunks of Scripture regularly, you see major themes that you might miss during five-minute devotionals. This last year I have been clinging to God’s word like a guy lost at sea. During this time, I keep … Continue reading →

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“Suddenly”

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Mark

This word broke my heart. I had been slogging through the sad stories of the kings of Israel and Judah. Again and again they rejected God and worshiped idols. Sometimes they even brought the idols into the temple. Some kings … Continue reading →

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