2016-09-25 21:47:45 +00:00
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# persevere, perseverance #
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## Definition: ##
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The terms "persevere" and "perseverance" refer to continuing to do something even though it may be very difficult or take a long time.
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* To persevere can also mean to keep acting in a Christ-like way even while going through difficult trials or circumstances.
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* If a person has "perseverance" it means he is able to keep doing what he should do, even when it is painful or difficult.
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* Continuing to believe what God teaches requires perseverance, especially when faced with false teachings.
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* Be careful not to use a word like "stubborn" which usually has a negative meaning.
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2016-12-06 01:56:44 +00:00
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(See also: [patient](../other/patient.md) **·** [trial](../other/trial.md))
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2016-09-25 21:47:45 +00:00
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## Bible References: ##
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* [Colossians 01:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/col/01/11)
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* [Ephesians 06:17-18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/eph/06/17)
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* [James 05:9-11](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/jas/05/09)
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* [Luke 08:14-15](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/08/14)
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