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Not only this
The word "this" refers to the ideas described in Romans 5:1-2.
we ... our ... us
All occurrences of "we," "our," and "us" refer to all believers and should be inclusive. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive)
approval
The word "approval" refers to God's acceptance of us.
confidence for the future
This is the certainty that God will fulfill all his promises for those who trust in Christ.
This confidence does not disappoint
Paul uses personification here as he speaks of "confidence" as if it were alive. AT: "We are very confident that we will receive the things that we wait for" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-personification)