There is no time that endurance is not needed. However, too often for the believer endurance is simply coping, accepting, tolerating, and just getting by. What a misconception of Paul’s words in Romans 8:35-37. Believers are more than conquerors. In John’s writings he emphasizes the true Nike and it is not Michael Jordan. The true conqueror is Christ the King and the believer’s endurance is to be modeled after Him.
Hurting people, sinned-against people, and sinning people need to know and apply Godly endurance. The joy of enduring God’s way is the privilege, blessing, and responsibility for all of God’s people no matter their age or spiritual maturity.
About
A native of Houston, Texas now residing in Spartanburg, SC, Dr. Jim Halla practices rheumatology and serves as a ruling elder at Redeemer ARP in Moore, SC. He has authored a number of scientific articles addressing various clinical issues encountered in the daily practice of rheumatology. Previous books and articles include: Pain: The Plight of Fallen Man, True Competence in Medicine: Practicing Biblically-Based Medicine in a Fallen World, A Biblical Approach to Receiving Medical Care, God’s Wisdom and Comfort for Troubled Times, “What to Do When Your Body Fails You” “Rheumatism” and “When Your Body Betrays You.”