Ex 34:1-9

Biblical Patience

• "Makrothumia"
  • Macro - long, large
  • Thumia - passion

What does Biblical patience look like?

• God is patient in the face of evil
• God is patient in accordance with who He is
• God is patient for the benefit of others

How do we cultivate Biblical patience?

• Cultivate compassion and love (Psa 103:13)
• Abide in Him (John 15:5)
• Lean into scenarios where patience is required
• Listen more than you talk (Jas 1:19-20)
• Identify the root of your impatience
• Remember the Gospel (1 Tim 1:15-16)