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What is the role of perseverance in overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles?
Answer:
As a pastor and a Christian, I believe that perseverance is a vital aspect of our faith. It's not just about hanging on, but about making a supreme effort to refuse to believe that our hero, Jesus Christ, will be defeated. Our greatest fear is not that we will be damned, but that somehow Jesus Christ will be defeated. This fear is what drives us to persevere, to stand firm in our faith, even in the face of adversity. Perseverance is not just about endurance, but about trusting and obeying God because of Jesus. It's about having absolute assurance and certainty that what we are looking for is going to happen. This is what the Bible says in Romans 5:3, "Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance." When we suffer, it's an opportunity to grow in perseverance, and to experience the love and sovereign strength of God. In my own life, I've seen the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. As a pastor, I've faced many challenges, but I've learned to trust in God's strength and love. I've also seen it in my family, particularly in my son Joshua, who has faced his own struggles and has persevered through them. As a father, it's been a joy to see him grow in his faith and to know that he has a strong foundation to stand on. Perseverance is a mark of the genuine believer, and it's something that I strive to cultivate in my own life and in the lives of those around me.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
depression
edward welch
hebrews
david peterson
sacred marriage
gary thomas
christian theology
millard erickson
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