Bootstrap

What does the Bible say about long-suffering?

Answered in 1 source

The Bible describes long-suffering as an attribute of God and a fruit of the Spirit, which involves patience and forgiveness towards others.

In Ephesians 4:2, Paul instructs believers to walk worthy of their calling with all lowliness, meekness, and with long-suffering forbearance towards one another in love. Long-suffering is a divine characteristic of God, highlighted in Exodus 34, which states that God is merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness. This quality is not only representation of God's nature but also a crucial fruit of the Holy Spirit, as mentioned in Galatians 5:22. To truly embody long-suffering, Christians must understand it as an expression of love and grace towards others, mirroring God's unfathomable patience towards us.
Scripture References: Ephesians 4:2, Exodus 34:6-7, Galatians 5:22

Sermons (1)

Longsuffering and Forbearing
Todd Nibert · Jun 30, 2019
Joshua

Joshua

Shall we play a game? Ask me about articles, sermons, or theology from our library. I can also help you navigate the site.