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

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God's long-suffering is evident in His patience towards sinners, allowing time for repentance and faith.

The long-suffering of God is a vital truth revealed throughout scripture, particularly in the prophetic texts like Isaiah and the epistles of Peter. God's patience, or long-suffering, serves a purpose; it allows sinners the opportunity to respond to the gospel. As seen in Isaiah 30:18, God waits to be gracious to His people. This long-suffering is not a sign of weakness or uncertainty but a deliberate act of love and mercy. In 2 Peter 3:15, the Apostle Paul affirms that the long-suffering of the Lord is salvation, ensuring that the chosen will ultimately come to faith. Thus, the continuity of God's long-suffering across biblical history reassures us of His committed character.
Scripture References: Isaiah 30:18, 2 Peter 3:15

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