The word “patience” in the New Testament is the Greek word “hupomone” — and once you understand it, you’ll want it. “Hupomone” comes from “hupo” (under a heavy load) and “meno” (to remain and not move). All together, it describes a defiant determination to stick it out no matter the pressure. This isn’t passive waiting. It’s staying power, hang-in-there strength that refuses to bend, break, or quit, because it knows that whatever promise is under attack, it rightfully belongs to you. — Rick Renn

What does the word Patience mean? Persistent, consistent, determined. The spirit that is in a man that refuses to be daunted by the difficulties of the way. God gave you patience, take ownership of it and don’t quit! | Charles Nieman