Part 2 'Becoming Christlike'

Part 2 Becoming 'Christlike' 
Romans 5:1-5
Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; 4 and perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

As we look in verse3 and not only that. (That means there's more) Tribulations and when we go through tribulation, you want to give up, you complain, you cry and there fear, doubt and unbelief. Tribulation means - in the Greek word Thilb is to crush, press together, squash, compress, squeeze, put under great stress. Everyone who is justified is going to go through this tribulation. Tribulation of every kind physical, emotional, relational and professional This is a part of living life. In John 16:33  These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” This is a promise post on your refrigerator. Perseverance - Greek word Hupomone' means  under, stay remain under pressure, enduring. God brings tribulation.  He also allows tribulation.

Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

Perseverance involves patient, and waiting, bear trials patiently. We are under pressure, heavy pressure. Example - exercise lifting weights a "Beach ball  underwater. The more weight the greater the strength  greater the trial and tribulation the more God is building our perseverance. Now lets look in this last verse 4 character, Greek word - ethos means being tested, pass the test, to be approved, to put through the fire and found to be real - tried and true character. "Christ like"  Made in the image of Christ

Romans 8:29 For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren.
God Bless, 
-Esmeralda Kachmar

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