We have also obtained access through Him(A) by faith[a] into this grace in which we stand,(B) and we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. And not only that,(C) but we also rejoice in our afflictions,(D) because we know that affliction produces endurance,(E) endurance produces proven character,(F) and proven character produces hope.

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  1. Romans 5:2 Other mss omit by faith

through whom we have gained access(A) by faith into this grace in which we now stand.(B) And we[a] boast in the hope(C) of the glory of God. Not only so, but we[b] also glory in our sufferings,(D) because we know that suffering produces perseverance;(E) perseverance, character; and character, hope.

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  1. Romans 5:2 Or let us
  2. Romans 5:3 Or let us