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P a t i e n c e : T h e F r u i t o f P e r s e v e r a n c e123The Ministry and PatienceObjective 4. Identify scriptural terms that refer to patience and therewards to be gained.The fruit of patience is invaluable in the life and work ofa minister of the gospel. Patience is needed in preparation—prayer, Bible study, training, and development; in leadershipand in ministering to others. The apostle Paul instructedTimothy concerning this need for patience:Preach the Word; be prepared in season and outof season; correct, rebuke and encourage—withgreat patience and careful instruction. . . . keepyour head in all situations, endure hardship,do the work of an evangelist, discharge all theduties of your ministry. (2 Timothy 4:2, 5)Application8 In the blank space, state what word, or words, in eachScripture that speaks of patience.a) “But the seed on good soil stands for those with a noble andgood heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by perseveringproduce a crop” (Luke 8:15).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .b) “By standing firm you will gain life” (Luke 21:19).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .c) “Persevere so that when you have done the will of God,you will receive what he has promised” (Hebrews 10:36).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .d) “Brothers, as an example of patience in the face ofsuffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of theLord. . . , we consider blessed those who have persevered.You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen whatthe Lord finally brought about” (James 5:10–11).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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