God's patience, or long-suffering, is an attribute that reflects His sovereignty and desire for the elect to come to repentance.
The Bible declares that 'the Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness, but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance' (2 Peter 3:9). This attribute of patience stems from God's eternal nature, indicating that while time is fleeting for humans, God exists outside of time. Therefore, He endures patiently, allowing time for His elect to hear the gospel and come to faith. God's long-suffering is not a sign of weakness but a profound expression of His grace towards sinners, especially those chosen for salvation.
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