God Is Kind & Patient to All
Defection within the community
of believers can be devastating.
To counteract the effects of this
“poison”, Peter reminds his readers
of the timeless truths of the faith
and exhorts them to continue
growing toward Christian maturity.
Lord, You are Long-Suffering:
The Lord is not slack concerning
His promise… but is longsuffering
toward us, not willing that any
should perish but that all should
come to repentance (2 Pet 3:9).
But the day of the Lord will
come as unexpectedly as a thief.
Then the heavens will pass away…
& the earth and everything on it…
But we are looking forward to the
new heavens and new earth he
has promised, a world filled with
God’s righteousness (v10-13) Amen
Lord Jesus, You display Your
immense patience as an example
for those who would believe in You
and receive eternal life (1Tim 1:16)
Thanks for showing mercy and
not treating me as my sins deserve,
& You are patient towards sinners.
So, help me encourage others
to seek your mercy and grace.
For what you have done in my life,
You will surely do for others. Amen.
Lord, some Christians are facing
difficulties or suffering for their
faith & look forward for your return.
And we know that You God is
patiently waiting for more people
to repent. You are moving with
perfect timing, not slowness.
Each day You delay is to give
a few more people an opportunity
to accept Jesus. Help us to use the
time God has given us to pray for
the lost, sow seeds of kindness
and share the Good News. Amen.
Father, apostle Peter exhorts us
to be diligent in Christian growth.
In this regard, help us O Lord,
to keep on knowing more of You,
remember what Christ taught us
& be diligent in faithful obedience.
Thank U for rescuing & freeing us,
thank you for being patient.
Help us to be witness of You.
In Jesus’ precious name, Amen.