Romans 5:1-5
Therefore, having been justified by faith, (made right with God) we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.
Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in or hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.
So now, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith in Him and His promises, we can have real peace with Him, because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.
For because of our faith, God has brought us into this place of highest privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to actually becoming all that God intended us to become.
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us – they help us learn to be patient. And patience develops strength of character in us and helps us trust God more each time we use it, until finally our hope and faith are strong and steady.
Then, when that happens, we are able to hold our heads high no matter what happens and know that all is well, for we know how dearly God loves us, and we feel the warmth of God’s love, because God has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with His love.
