We know God is longsuffering because Scripture repeatedly describes His character as patient and merciful towards sinners and believers.
Scripture provides abundant evidence of God's longsuffering nature, particularly in His dealings with humanity. For instance, in Exodus 34:6, God declares Himself as 'merciful and gracious, longsuffering,' portraying an enduring patience that is critical for His relationship with His people. In the New Testament, we see this quality echoed in 2 Peter 3:9, which specifies that the Lord is 'not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.' This clearly illustrates that God's longsuffering is intended for the salvation of His elect, allowing time for them to respond to His grace. His longsuffering is not only an aspect of His nature but also serves a purpose in the redemptive plan for humanity.
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