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Enduring hard times is a significant theme throughout the Bible. Scripture teaches that believers are not immune to suffering, but God provides strength, hope, and purpose in the midst of trials. Here are some biblical principles for enduring hard times:

1. Trust in God’s Sovereignty and Goodness
   God is in control, even when life feels chaotic. Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Trusting that God is working for your good, even in suffering, brings hope.

2. Pray and Cast Your Cares on Him
   Philippians 4:6-7 encourages, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Bring your struggles to God in prayer.

3. Remember God’s Faithfulness
   Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us, “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Reflecting on God’s past faithfulness gives strength for today.

4. Lean on Christian Community
   Galatians 6:2 says, “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Don’t go through hard times alone—let others encourage and support you.

5. Persevere with Hope
   James 1:2-4 teaches, “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” God uses trials to grow our faith and character.

6. Fix Your Eyes on Jesus
   Hebrews 12:1-2 urges, “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross.” Jesus endured the ultimate suffering and is our example and source of strength.

If you are going through a hard time, remember that God loves you, He is with you, and He offers grace and strength to endure. If you have never trusted in Jesus, He invites you to come to Him for forgiveness, hope, and eternal life (John 3:16; Matthew 11:28-30).

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The scripture you are referring to is found in the book of Daniel. Daniel 12:4 (ESV) says:

"But you, Daniel, shut up the words and seal the book, until the time of the end. Many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall increase."

This verse is often interpreted by evangelical Christians to mean that in the "time of the end," there will be a significant increase in travel ("many shall run to and fro") and a rapid growth in knowledge. While the immediate context refers to understanding the prophecies given to Daniel, many Bible teachers also see a broader application to the general increase in knowledge and information in the last days.

It’s important to note that the primary meaning relates to understanding God’s revelation, but the phrase "knowledge shall increase" has often been connected to the explosion of information and technological advancement seen in modern times.

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