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How do we know God's long-suffering is true?

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God's long-suffering is evident in the biblical narrative, especially through the prolonged life of Methuselah, symbolizing His patience before judgment.

The concept of God's long-suffering is vividly illustrated by the life of Methuselah, who lived for 969 years, which signifies the duration of God's patience towards sinful mankind before the Flood. According to Genesis 5:21-27, Methuselah's very name means 'When he is dead, it shall be sent,' indicating that the judgment would come only upon his death. This clearly shows that God extended His mercy allowing for humanity's repentance during the span of Methuselah's life, as God's longsuffering waited in the days of Noah (1 Peter 3:20). Therefore, the longevity of Methuselah serves as a potent reminder of God’s mercy and desire for mankind to turn from sin before the impending judgment.
Scripture References: Genesis 5:21-27, 1 Peter 3:20, 1 Timothy 1:15-16, Genesis 6:3, Isaiah 63:9, Romans 9:22, 2 Peter 3:9, Romans 2:4, Luke 15:11-32

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