Perseverence

What a fabulous chapter! Insightful and oh SO true! To persevere, to use that intrinsic power to not give up...  I agree with the authors that this is a trait that can be taught, that it can be learned by following the example of those influential role models in our lives who never "give up". How does a follower of Christ apply these principles to The Walk of Life? How do we differentiate between being stubborn and self-centered and being a person of perseverance? Life itself can be filled with failures and success, achievements and disappointments, health and illness, plenty and want, stress and peace. How do you practice being a person of perseverance in the face of adversity? One of my "life philosophies" has been to focus on what is eternal. Am I focusing my energy and passion on Christ's example? Page 43 of our book also suggests this important principle. Your insight is MOST important! Please comment.