“The Lord is not slow concerning His promise, as some count slowness. But He is patient with us, because He does not want any to perish, but all to come to repentance.”
—2 Peter 3:9

Reflection
When we look only at God’s end-times judgments, we can easily be confused or offended. But when we remember the bigger picture, we see both His mercy and His justice. Sin has spoiled creation, yet God has waited with supreme patience, giving humanity time to repent and return to Him. His heart is not to destroy, but to save; His wrath comes only after mercy has been extended again and again.

Application

• Ask God to help us see His judgments through the lens of His mercy and holiness.
• Respond to His patience today with repentance, surrender, and gratitude.

Prayer
Lord, thank You for Your patience and mercy. Help us trust Your justice, hate what sin destroys, and receive the salvation You have offered through Yeshua. Amen.