Topical Encyclopedia Patience is a virtue that is highly esteemed in the Christian faith, particularly when it comes to the practice of well-doing. The Bible encourages believers to persist in good works, even when immediate results are not visible. This steadfastness is a testament to one's faith and trust in God's timing and purposes.Biblical Exhortations to Patience in Well-Doing 1. Galatians 6:9 · "Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest, if we do not give up." This verse underscores the importance of perseverance in good deeds. The promise of a future harvest serves as motivation for believers to continue their efforts, trusting that God will bring about the desired outcomes in His perfect timing. 2. Romans 2:7 · "To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life." Here, the Apostle Paul highlights the eternal rewards that await those who persist in well-doing. The pursuit of glory, honor, and immortality is linked to a life characterized by patient endurance in good works. 3. 2 Thessalonians 3:13 · "But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in doing good." This admonition serves as a reminder to the Thessalonian church—and to all believers—not to become discouraged or fatigued in their efforts to do good. The call to patience is a call to remain steadfast and unwavering in the face of challenges. Examples of Patience in Well-Doing 1. Job · The account of Job is a profound example of patience in the midst of suffering and adversity. Despite losing everything, Job remained faithful and continued to trust in God's goodness. His perseverance is celebrated in James 5:11: "Behold, we consider blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy." 2. Jesus Christ · The ultimate example of patience in well-doing is found in Jesus Christ. Throughout His ministry, Jesus demonstrated unwavering patience, even when faced with rejection, persecution, and suffering. Hebrews 12:2-3 encourages believers to look to Jesus as the model of endurance: "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart." The Role of the Holy Spirit The ability to exercise patience in well-doing is not solely a human endeavor; it is empowered by the Holy Spirit. Galatians 5:22 lists patience as a fruit of the Spirit, indicating that it is a divine quality cultivated in the believer's life through the Spirit's work. As believers yield to the Spirit, they are equipped to persist in good works, reflecting God's character to the world. Encouragement for Believers Believers are encouraged to support one another in the pursuit of patience in well-doing. Hebrews 10:24-25 exhorts the Christian community to "consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching." This mutual encouragement strengthens the resolve of believers to remain patient and committed to their calling in Christ. Torrey's Topical Textbook Romans 2:7To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, eternal life: Torrey's Topical Textbook Galatians 6:9 Library Letter clxxxix. (AD 418. ) A More Particular view of the Several Branches of the Christian ... Upon Our Lord's SermonOn the Mount Letter Lv. Replies to Questions of Januarius. On the Resurrection of the Dead The General Conference of 1804, and of the Annual Conferences of ... False Comforts for Sinners. 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Resources What does the Bible say about forbearance? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that love is patient? | GotQuestions.org How and when should we overlook an offense (Proverbs 19:11)? | GotQuestions.org Patience: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Patience: Christ, an Example of Patience: Exercise, Towards All Patience: General Scriptures Concerning Patience: Isaac Toward the People of Gerar Patience: Ministers Approved By Patience: Ministers should Follow After Patience: Necessary to the Inheritance of the Promises Patience: Saints Strengthened to All Patience: should be Accompanied by Faith Patience: should be Accompanied by Godliness Patience: should be Accompanied by Joyfulness Patience: should be Accompanied by Long-Suffering Patience: should be Accompanied by Temperance Patience: should Have Its Perfect Work Patience: Suffering With, for Well-Doing, is Acceptable With God Patience: The Congregation at Ephesus Patience: The Congregation at Thyatira Patience: The Thessalonian Christians Patience: They Who are in Authority, should Exercise Patience: To be Exercised: Bearing the Yoke Patience: To be Exercised: Bringing Forth Fruits Patience: To be Exercised: Running the Race Set Before Us Patience: To be Exercised: Tribulation Patience: To be Exercised: Waiting for Christ Patience: To be Exercised: Waiting for God Patience: To be Exercised: Waiting for God's Salvation Patience: To be Exercised: Waiting for the Hope of the Gospel Patience: To be Exercised: Well-Doing Patience: Trials of Saints Lead To Related Terms Steadfastness (15 Occurrences) Longsuffering (17 Occurrences) Long-suffering (23 Occurrences) |
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