Scripture About Patience bible definition

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5 Bible Verses

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Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

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James 1:3-4 • KJV

This verse defines patience as a process of spiritual growth that comes through trials and testing. It emphasizes that patience develops spiritual maturity and completeness when allowed to work fully in a believer's life.

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But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.

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Romans 8:25 • KJV

Patience is described here as the ability to wait expectantly and confidently for something not yet received, particularly in the context of spiritual hope and God's promises. It highlights patience as a faith-driven virtue of endurance and trust.

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That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

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Hebrews 6:12 • KJV

This verse connects patience with faith and inheriting God's promises. It suggests that patience is an active virtue that requires sustained commitment and trust, not passive waiting.

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Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.

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Psalm 37:7 • KJV

Patience is portrayed as trusting God's timing and plan, even when circumstances seem unfair. It encourages believers to remain calm and confident in God's ultimate justice and provision.

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But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

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Galatians 5:22 • KJV

Patience (translated as 'longsuffering') is listed as a fruit of the Holy Spirit, indicating that true patience is a divine characteristic developed through spiritual transformation, not merely human effort.

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