How Suffering Builds a Faith That Actually Lasts - Spiritually Fit Today

In this episode of Spiritually Fit Today, Arnie Cole and Bruce explore how to develop a deeper, more vibrant faith when God feels silent. Reflecting on Romans 5:3 and the way suffering can produce perseverance, character, and hope. You'll hear honest testimony about disillusionment, practical rhythms for staying faithful in the tension of unanswered questions, and a clear exercise to build steady trust. Take action with the 4 R's: Read — Read Romans 5:3 (and the surrounding passage). Let the language about suffering producing perseverance and hope sink in. Reflect — Journal about one area where God has felt absent. Write a one-paragraph declaration of trust based on today’s verse. Respond — Put faith habits in place even when you don’t feel faith: pray, read Scripture, stay connected to others, resist quick fixes (money, cynicism, escapism). Read your declaration out loud daily for a week to root it in your life. Reveal — Share your declaration or what you’re learning with a trusted friend, mentor, or small group. Offer empathy to someone else who is suffering and testify later to what God has revealed in hindsight. Connect: [email protected] If this encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope and strength. Keywords: spiritually fit, spiritual fitness, faith and suffering, Romans 5:3, perseverance, hope, Christian podcast, Arnie Cole, Bruce, unanswered prayer, durable faith, spiritual growth, discipleship Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft