Romans 5:1-2 Justification has brought us . Justification has brought us . Hebrews 4:16 Justification has brought us . Why did Christians endure persecution? Hope that they would in God's glory. 2 Corinthians 4:17 Romans 5:3-4 How do we grow to where this hope fuels our day? Tribulation to Perseverance to Character is sustained strength to make the right decision even when it is not the conveneient or expedient decision. Character to Romans 8:16-17 Romans 5:5 What guarantee do we have that this isn't another false hope? The love of God poured out in us - The Principle