Albert Barnes Presbyterian @notesbybarnes

Verse 25. But if we hope, etc. The effect here stated is one which exists everywhere. Where there is a strong desire for an object, and a corresponding expectation of obtaining it--which constitutes true hope--then we can wait for it with patience. Where there is a strong desire without a corresponding expectation of obtaining it, there is impatience.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Reformed @jfbcommentary

But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it--that is, then, patient waiting for it is our fitting attitude.

John Gill Reformed Baptist @doctorgill

But if we hope for that we see not,.... Whether it be the hour of death, or the second coming of Christ, or the resurrection of the dead, and eternal glory; all which are unseen by us, and to be hoped for: then do we with patience wait for it; as that which is certain and real, as something valuable, which will be satisfying, and...