The Challenge of Patience

• It is hard to wait
• Enduring suffering is difficult
• People can provoke us (James 5:9)

The Lord is Compassionate and Merciful (James 5:11)

• He is patient toward us (2 Peter 3:9)
• He is never late
• He gives us examples to follow  (James 5:10)

Wait for the Lord (James 5:7-8)

• Establish your heart
• Be patient while you wait
• He will renew your strength (Isaiah 40:31)
• He is coming! (Hebrews 9:28)