Persist - Ep. 249

Persist     persist verb   per·​sist | \ pər-ˈsist  , -ˈzist  \ persisted; persisting; persists Definition of persist intransitive verb   1: to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning 2 obsolete: to remain unchanged or fixed in a specified character, condition, or position 3: to be insistent in the repetition or pressing of an utterance (such as a question or an opinion) 4: to continue to exist especially past a usual, expected, or normal time   Paralyze resistance with persistence. Woody Hayes Persistence is to the character of man as carbon is to steel. Napoleon Hill success is about persistence   Persistence is incredibly important. Persistence proves to the person    you're trying to reach that you're passionate about something, that you really want something. Norah O'Donnell         What is another word of persistence?   Some common synonyms of persist are abide, continue, endure, and last. While all these words mean "to exist over a period of time or indefinitely," persist suggests outlasting the normal or appointed time and often connotes obstinacy or doggedness.   1 Thessalonians 5:17 ESV / 65 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful Pray without ceasing,   James 1:12 ESV / 52  Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him   Romans 2:7 ESV / 32  To those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life;             1 Chronicles 16:11 ESV  Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 ESV We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; Hebrews 10:36 ESV For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.   Luke 21:19 ESV  By your endurance you will gain your lives.   2 Thessalonians 3:13 ESV  As for you, brothers, do not grow weary in doing good.   Ephesians 6:18 ESV   Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints,     Giving Links   Thank you for listening, downloading and supporting the Speak Life Church and this podcast.        https://giv.li/p2nj61 Zelle  - [email protected] https://www.patreon.com/speaklifechurchpodcast You can support the ministry by check or money order by sending it to Speak Life Church, PO BOX 2, upper Marlboro, MD 20772     Rev. Kenn Blanchard  [email protected] [email protected]  240-200-0713