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How do we know that God's patience is for the elect?

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God's patience is explicitly directed towards His elect, as He longs to show grace to them, reflecting His sovereign design.

The Bible distinctly indicates that God's longsuffering is a reflection of His covenantal love for His elect. In Isaiah 30:18, it is stated, "Therefore will the Lord wait that he may be gracious unto you," which implies a specific audience in mind—those chosen by God for salvation. The Apostle Peter further explains in 2 Peter 3:9 that God is not willing that any of His elect should perish, showing His redemptive intention behind His patience. God does not merely tolerate sin for the sake of the whole world; instead, He actively waits to be gracious to the remnant who will eventually come to faith in His Son. This notion of God's patience is rooted in His sovereign plan and His unwavering commitment to redeem His people through grace.
Scripture References: Isaiah 30:18, 2 Peter 3:9

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