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This sermon explores the divine attribute of long-suffering, defining it as God's deliberate restraint of judgment to allow time for repentance rather than a sign of weakness or approval of sin. By distinguishing mercy from patience and citing examples such as King Manasseh and the pre-flood era, the message illustrates the extensive reach and purposeful nature of God's forbearance toward both the lost and His own people. The preacher warns against presuming upon this patience, emphasizing that while God's door of grace remains open, it is not without limit or consequence. Consequently, believers are called to respond with immediate repentance and to reflect this communicable attribute in their own lives by exercising patience in relationships, service, and suffering. The sermon concludes by challenging the church to counter a culture of impatience by embodying the slow-to-anger character of God.

~~~~~ No 33 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 3:8-10** But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. 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. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. *1/ Time and eternity. 2/ Concerning the Lord's promises. 3/ The coming of the day of the Lord.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon addresses the theological tension between the perceived delay of Christ's return and the assurance of God's faithfulness, drawing primarily from 2 Peter 3. It argues that the current age is a period of divine long-suffering intended to allow for the salvation of the elect, rather than a sign of divine slackness. The exposition contrasts human perception of time with God's eternal perspective, using Psalm 90 and Matthew 24 to illustrate that God's promises are certain and will be fulfilled in His appointed time. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, urging believers to rest in the certainty of God's character while maintaining a watchful expectation of the sudden coming of the Day of the Lord.

While not desiring God's wrath to fall on people, it is reassuring as we suffer the relentless, stiff-necked rebellion and wickedness of the world in general to know that God WILL reward those fools one day! Also Reference: James 5:7-8 https://bbfohio.com

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10/04/2026 "The Aroma of Christ's Love" 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

This morning we examine the indifference that lies in the believer and the Lord's Faithfulness to bring us into communion with Him.

This sermon explores the concept of long-suffering as demonstrated by Jesus during his crucifixion, arguing that his patient endurance serves as the model for the Christian life. The speaker identifies four key characteristics of this virtue: restraint in the face of provocation, endurance in maintaining focus on one's mission, forgiveness toward those who cause harm, and the resulting spiritual fruit that benefits others. By examining the events of Luke 23, the message emphasizes that Christ's refusal to retaliate despite his power was an act of mercy and purposeful sacrifice for reconciliation. The preacher encourages believers to adopt these traits, particularly in moments of personal suffering or isolation, to reflect Christ's nature and yield fruit in their relationships. Ultimately, the sermon presents long-suffering not as passive weakness but as an active, God-given strength that leads to salvation and witness.

Romans 2 emphasizes the personal stirring of every person. Here is how, but the general response despises the greatest and kindest benefits of God, being ignorant of the reason of His longsuffering – the call to salvation. Here also is the seeking that leads to God.

During the tribulation, God will still be offering salvation to the lost. Here in chapter 7, we see God at work through His angels and His witnesses. This is a great show of God's mercy and longsuffering.

I. What Is the Fruit of Patience? A. Godly Long-suffering B. Godly Self-restraint II. How Is It Produced? A. A Spiritual Harvest B. A Growing Grace III. How Is It Made Known? A. In Our Obedience to God B. In Our Service to Man