Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. 2 Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory. 3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. 4 And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. 5 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 5:1-5

Peace With God Doesn’t Mean Peaceful Circumstances

Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.       Romans 5:1

Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory.     Romans 5:2

Suffering Is A Setup for God’s Process

We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.      Romans 5:3

Hope Built In Pain Wont Collapse In Crisis

And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.       Romans 5:4

And this hope will not lead to disappointment….    Romans 5:5a

We’re Called To Walk Through The Fire Together

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 5:5

Action Steps:

• If you’re in pain, don’t run from God run to Him.• If you’ve been isolated come back into community.• If you don’t know Jesus say yes to Him today.• And if you’re still standing help someone else to stand too.