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Bible verse
Romans 12:12
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”
What it means
Paul gives three companions for the Christian life: rejoice in hope, endure through trouble, and stay faithful in prayer. Hope keeps us joyful when circumstances are hard, because our hope is anchored in Christ and His unbreakable promises. Patience carries us through affliction, knowing God is working even now. Prayer keeps us tethered to Him rather than to our fears. When suffering tempts you to give up, hold these together. The risen Jesus is our living hope, and He meets those who keep coming to Him in prayer.
Romans 12:12 at a glance
| Reference | Romans 12:12 |
|---|---|
| Book | Romans |
| Chapter to read it in | Romans 12 |
| Topic | hope |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- Romans 15:13
- Psalms 62:8
- Hebrews 10:36
- Romans 5:2-4
- Philippians 4:6-7
- James 5:7
- 1 Peter 4:13
- Jeremiah 29:12-13
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17
- Hebrews 6:15
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Romans 12:12?
It is in Romans, in Romans 12. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Romans 12:12?
Readers most often set it beside Romans 15:13, Psalms 62:8, Hebrews 10:36, Romans 5:2-4. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Romans 12:12?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Lord Christ, you love the people of Romans 12:12 more than we can. We bring you Romans 12:12, hope. Make us people who love one another there. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Where to begin this week.
- Read all of Romans 12 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Romans 12:12 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Christ meets people in a place, and then walks on with them. Here are doors that walk on.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
