
Is God Patient? (Part 3)
An introduction to this series can be found here, and Part 2, exploring the Hebrew terms, can be found here. The Greek Definitions of Patience—Endurance as Salvation: makrǒthumia/makrǒthumōs Found fifteen times in the New Testament, fourteen in the first form and once in the second form (Acts 26:3), this word refers to forbearance or fortitude, to be longsuffering, or to endure. How is God enduring? Linked alongside the Hebrew word, ârêk, the Apostle Paul

A Life Without Suffering
A life without suffering is no life at all. Like many of a certain age here in America, my childhood seemed perfect. I had everything I could ask for—from a supportive family to a consistent stream of toys, video games, and collectibles to keep me occupied. I had money of my own to spend (mostly from generous relatives) and an excess of unearned confidence derived from the many who praised my “talents.” When I think