Bible Text: Romans 5:3-5 | Preacher: Pastor Mike Gibbons | Series: The Essentials of the Church | We may not always know the specific reason for our suffering as Christians, but we should be aware that we will have troubles. They will produce endurance, which builds character, which give us hope. Is your hope based on the situation you see around you or on the Lord Jesus Christ and what He has done for us on the cross?