*1.* “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” *2.* “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” *3.* “And hope does not put us to shame,” *4.* “because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”