The concept of "endurable" in the Bible is closely related to the themes of perseverance, steadfastness, and the ability to withstand trials and tribulations. The Scriptures frequently address the endurance required of believers as they navigate the challenges of life, emphasizing the strength and resilience that come from faith in God.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, endurance is often linked with the faithfulness of God’s people amidst adversity. The endurance of the Israelites during their wilderness journey is a prime example. Despite the hardships they faced, they were called to trust in God's promises and remain steadfast. The Psalms frequently echo this theme, as seen in Psalm 27:14 : "Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!"

The endurance of Job is another significant example. Job's unwavering faith amidst severe trials is highlighted in the book that bears his name. His account illustrates the virtue of enduring suffering while maintaining faith in God's ultimate justice and mercy.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of endurance is further developed, particularly in the teachings of Jesus and the writings of the apostles. Jesus Himself speaks of endurance in the context of discipleship. In Matthew 24:13 , He states, "But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved." This underscores the necessity of enduring faith as a hallmark of true discipleship.

The Apostle Paul frequently addresses endurance in his epistles. In Romans 5:3-4 , he writes, "Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." Here, Paul outlines a progression where endurance through suffering leads to spiritual maturity and hope.

Similarly, in 2 Timothy 2:3 , Paul exhorts Timothy, "Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus." This metaphor of a soldier highlights the discipline and endurance required in the Christian life.

The Epistle to the Hebrews also emphasizes endurance, particularly in Hebrews 12:1 : "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us." This passage encourages believers to draw inspiration from the faithful who have gone before and to persist in their spiritual journey.

Theological Implications

Endurance is not merely a passive waiting but an active perseverance rooted in faith. It is sustained by the hope of eternal life and the assurance of God's presence and promises. The endurance of believers is empowered by the Holy Spirit, who provides strength and comfort in times of trial.

The Bible presents endurance as a vital aspect of the Christian life, essential for spiritual growth and the fulfillment of God's purposes. It is both a gift and a responsibility, requiring believers to rely on God's strength while actively pursuing righteousness and faithfulness.(a.) Tolerable; bearable; sufferable.414. anektoteros -- more tolerable
... more tolerable. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: anektoteros Phonetic
Spelling: (an-ek-tot'-er-os) Short Definition: endurable, tolerable Definition ...
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To an Objection that the State of Widowhood Might Indeed be ...
... Concerning Widows. Chapter IX. To an objection that the state of widowhood
might indeed be endurable if circumstances were? To ...
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Introduction to Proverbs viii. 22 Continued. Absurdity of ...
... for it follows either that, if He could endure it, all could endure it, or, it being
endurable by none, it was not endurable by the Word, for you say that He ...
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Salvation from Sin.
... inheritance, for the curing of which by faith and obedience this life would not
be sufficiently long, faith and obedience will yet render it endurable to the ...
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General Service for the Festivals of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
... As the King and God we adore Thee, since Thou destroyest our enemies and savest
Thine endurable people who celebrate Thy honoured (name of the event.) The ...
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Knox and Queen Mary (Continued), 1561-1564
... odious to our Reformer. Calvin had regarded the "silly things" in our Prayer
Book as "endurable," not so Knox. Before he came back ...
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To Nectarius, Bishop of Constantinople. (Ep. Ccii. )
... his ruinous heresy, he thinks himself an injured man. All this, however,
is endurable. The most grievous item of all in the woes ...
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On the Same Words of the Gospel, John xiv. 6, "I am the Way," Etc.
... For if thy sickness had been even such, that thou couldest have gone to
the Physician, this infirmity might have seemed endurable. ...
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Concerning Lowliness of Mind.
... And yet even if he had set himself before ten only, or if five, or if two, or if
one, not even was this endurable; but as it was, he not only set himself ...
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The Eighteenth Chapter: Temporal Sufferings Should be Borne ...
... For though this present life seems burdensome, yet by Your grace it becomes meritorious,
and it is made brighter and more endurable for the weak by Your ...
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Andreas Gryphius
... are pervaded by a deep tone of melancholy; the transitoriness of all things is the
thought that meets us again and again, and is rendered endurable only by a ...
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Endurable (5 Occurrences)
...Endurable (5 Occurrences). ... (WEY). Matthew 11:22 Only I tell you that it will be more
endurable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of Judgement than for you. (WEY). ...
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Judgement (68 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Matthew 10:15 I solemnly tell you that it will be more endurable for the
land of Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of Judgement than for that town. (WEY). ...
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Endued (7 Occurrences)

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Endurance (31 Occurrences)

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Town (861 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:15 I solemnly tell you that it will be more endurable for the land of
Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of Judgement than for that town. ...
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Solemnly (62 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Matthew 10:15 I solemnly tell you that it will be more endurable for the
land of Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of Judgement than for that town. (WEY). ...
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Water (4571 Occurrences)
... the travail of his soul" on our behalf, which weighed upon Him so heavily that long
before the usual term of bodily and therefore endurable suffering of ...
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Arabia (9 Occurrences)
... is a common reading in the shade in summer, while the heat of the Persian Gulf,
owing to its steep shores and great evaporation, is hardly endurable by a ...
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Blood (435 Occurrences)
... the travail of his soul" on our behalf, which weighed upon Him so heavily that long
before the usual term of bodily and therefore endurable suffering of ...
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However (411 Occurrences)
... awake!" (WEY NAS). Luke 10:14 However, for Tyre and Sidon it will be more
endurable at the Judgement than for you. (WEY). Luke 10:20 ...
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