Patience & Endurance

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We live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us, and no one will find fault with our ministry. In everything we do, we show that we are true ministers of God. We patiently endure troubles and hardships and calamities of every kind. (2 Corinthians 6:3-4)

5. Patience produces .

Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. (James 5:7 NIV)

(Romans 5:3-5 NCV)

4. Patience is not it’s .

3. Patience helps us .

Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly. (Proverbs 14:29 NIV)

2. Patience is fueled by our .

For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently. (Romans 8:24-25 NIV)

1. The source of patience is .

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness … (Galatians 5:22 NIV)

For the more we suffer for Christ the more God will shower us with his comfort through Christ. For even if we are weighed down with troubles, it is for your comfort and salvation. For when we ourselves are comforted, we will certainly comfort you. Then you can patiently endure the same things we suffer. (2 Corinthians 1:5-6)

Endurance comes through .

Jesus shares his prayer for the church … I “I have given them the glory you gave me so that they may be one as we are one. I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me. (John 17:22-23)

We are confident that as you share in our sufferings, you will also share in the comfort God gives us. (2 Corinthians 1:7)

Endurance comes from .

Additional Notes

What’s Happening at Crossroads

NEW HERE?

We’re so glad you’ve chosen to come to Crossroads today! We want to thank you for visiting and would love to get to know you. Stop by and say hello at one of our Welcome Centers, our First Step area, or check out ecrossroads.info for more. We can’t wait to meet you!

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

It’s almost Strawberry Festival time again. This is one of the largest events in Kokomo, and it is hosted right outside our Downtown campus’ front door! This is a perfect opportunity for us to represent Jesus to our community by meeting people where they’re at! We’d love for you to join us as a difference maker on Friday, June 7th, any time between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. For more info about serving opportunities and to sign up. Reach out to Erin Alford at [email protected] or 765-626-3179 with any questions.

MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION

If you have a hurt, habit, or hang-up and you’re wondering if you need to meet with a counselor, we can help. A group of mental health professionals in Crossroads are willing to help you figure out your next step. They will meet with clients at Downtown campus on the 2nd weekends and at South campus on the 3rd weekends for a one-time consultation. If you’re interested in getting some help, fill out our consultation form.

RE|ENGAGE MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT GROUP

Take your marriage to the next level by learning more about God’s design for it and connecting with other couples. This summer we will be launching three re|engage groups starting June 2nd and 23rd at our South campus and August 4th at our Downtown campus. To learn more & sign up.