Romans 5:3
And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
Cross-reference
Romans 8:35-37 shows that suffering cannot separate us from Christ's love — the same confidence that allows glorying in sufferings.
Romans 15:4 says Scripture teaches endurance and encouragement, directly linking to suffering producing perseverance and hope.
In Romans 12:12, Paul calls for patience in affliction and joy — directly echoing the attitude he describes in suffering.
In Romans 8:28, God works all things for good — showing suffering is part of His redemptive purpose behind perseverance.
Hebrews 12:11 reinforces that painful discipline yields righteousness and peace, echoing the perseverance-producing suffering.
Philippians 2:18 calls believers to join in rejoicing over Paul's sacrificial suffering, echoing the same attitude.
2 Corinthians 4:17 parallels the idea that momentary troubles produce eternal glory, mirroring suffering's positive outcome.
Philippians 2:17 shows Paul rejoicing even if poured out as a drink offering, a direct example of glorying in suffering.
Philippians 1:29 declares suffering for Christ is granted as a privilege, aligning with rejoicing in suffering.
Acts 5:41 shows apostles rejoicing after being flogged, a concrete example of glorying in suffering for Christ.
James 1:2 echoes the same call to rejoice in trials, expanding the command to 'consider it pure joy' when facing various tests.
Luke 6:23 explicitly calls for rejoicing and leaping for joy in persecution, directly mirroring glorying in sufferings.
Luke 6:22 pronounces blessing on those persecuted for Christ, paralleling the attitude of glorying in sufferings.
James 1:3 directly parallels the chain: testing produces perseverance, reinforcing the same cause-and-effect as in Romans.
2 Cor 12:10 explicitly states delight in hardships for Christ's sake, a direct parallel to glorying in sufferings.
Matthew 5:10-12 pronounces blessing on the persecuted and calls them to rejoice — the same attitude of glorying in sufferings.
Paul's extensive list of sufferings in 2 Cor 11:23-30 provides the experiential background for glorying in sufferings.
2 Cor 12:9 has Paul boasting in weaknesses because God's power is perfected there, a parallel to glorying in sufferings.
Colossians 1:24 rejoices in suffering for the church, directly mirroring the glorying in sufferings Paul teaches.
Colossians 1:11 prays for great endurance and patience, directly supporting the result of suffering producing perseverance.
Ecclesiastes 7:3 declares sorrow better than laughter — directly echoes Paul's paradox of joy in suffering.
2 Thessalonians 1:4 boasts about perseverance amid persecutions, directly reflecting the perseverance that suffering produces in Romans 5:3.
1 Peter 1:7 says trials refine faith, paralleling how suffering produces perseverance in Romans 5:3; both see suffering as productive.
1 Peter 4:13 calls for rejoicing in suffering with Christ, directly paralleling Romans 5:3's glorying in sufferings.
Revelation 1:9 mentions tribulation and patient endurance together, echoing Romans 5:3's claim that suffering produces perseverance.
2 Corinthians 7:4 overflows with joy amid troubles, paralleling the attitude of glorying in sufferings.
Habakkuk 3:18 rejoices in God despite total loss — a powerful OT parallel to Paul's rejoicing in suffering.
In Matthew 5:12, Jesus commands rejoicing under persecution — the same attitude Paul describes about glorying in sufferings.
In Luke 21:19, endurance under trial leads to life — matching Paul's progression from suffering to perseverance.
In John 16:20, Jesus promises grief will turn to joy — similar transformation from suffering to hope as in Paul's teaching.
In Acts 13:52, disciples rejoiced after persecution — embodying the glory in suffering Paul advocates.
In Acts 16:25, Paul and Silas sing hymns in prison — a direct example of glorying in suffering.
2 Corinthians 1:6 shows suffering produces patient endurance and comfort for others, mirroring the same chain from trials.
2 Corinthians 4:8 describes being hard pressed but not crushed, exemplifying the perseverance that suffering produces.
2 Corinthians 6:4 commends great endurance in troubles, directly echoing the outcome of suffering listed here.
2 Corinthians 6:10 rejoices while sorrowful, matching the glorying in sufferings Paul describes here.
1 Thessalonians 1:6 describes receiving the word in severe suffering with joy, echoing Romans 5:3's glorying in sufferings.
James 1:12 adds the reward for perseverance—the crown of life—extending the theme of enduring trials to eschatological blessing.
Proverbs 18:14 says a strong spirit endures sickness — mirroring Paul's point that suffering produces endurance.
In 2 Peter 1:6, perseverance appears in a chain of virtues, similar to how Romans 5:3 links suffering to perseverance.
1 Peter 4:16 specifies suffering as a Christian, linking glorying to identifying with Christ's name rather than general trials.
Revelation 2:3 commends the church's patient endurance for Christ's name, reflecting the value of perseverance produced by trials in Romans 5:3.
1 Peter 3:14 connects suffering for righteousness with blessing, broadening the context to persecution for doing good.
In Mark 10:30, Jesus promises eternal life alongside persecutions — linking suffering to the Christian journey as in Paul's chain.
Hebrews 12:10 compares suffering to divine discipline for holiness, offering a different framework for why trials are beneficial.
1 Thessalonians 3:3 states believers are destined for trials, aligning with Romans 5:3's view that suffering is part of the Christian experience.
Ephesians 3:13 presents Paul's sufferings as glory for believers, encouraging not to be discouraged—linked to glorying.