Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.  Romans 5:3-5 NET

One of the amazing results of persevering through to the end is growing in Christ-like character. It makes us a better person by pulling out the sin nature and cultivating a spirit that is kind, humble, patient, and above all, puts Christ before all else.

And by His amazing grace the Lord promises that if we will run the race with perseverance to the end, God will complete the good work He started in us whether it was all those years ago when we turned our hearts over to Him or today when we declare Jesus is the risen Saviour.