God is slow to anger and gives us time to repent, but He loves us too much to let us continue in sin. 

 

(1 Tim. 1:16) GNB

I give thanks to Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength for my work. I thank him for considering me worthy and appointing me to serve him,  even though in the past I spoke evil of him and persecuted and insulted him. But God was merciful to me because I did not yet have faith and so did not know what I was doing. And our Lord poured out his abundant grace on me and gave me the faith and love which are ours in union with Christ Jesus. This is a true saying, to be completely accepted and believed: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. I am the worst of them, but God was merciful to me in order that Christ Jesus might show his full patience in dealing with me, the worst of sinners, as an example for all those who would later believe in him and receive eternal life. To the eternal King, immortal and invisible, the only God—to him be honor and glory forever and ever! Amen.

Timothy, my child,

 

Romans 2:4

Or perhaps you despise his great kindness, tolerance, and patience. Surely you know that God is kind, because he is trying to lead you to repent.

 

Just as a toddler has to learn obedience, God’s children also must learn to walk in His ways. He takes pleasure in watching us do what is right and wants to help us when we go wrong. Therefore, He is patient and allows us time and room for mistakes.

Paul appreciated God’s patience. His life demonstrated that because the Father is slow to anger, unbelievers have a much greater opportunity for salvation (1 Tim. 1:16). In Romans 2:4, Paul affirms that our heavenly Father’s kindness and mercy lead to repentance. But in the next verse, he warns those with stubborn hearts that they will experience judgment.

 

Sin leads to calamity 

 

Definition of calamity:

A calamity is a disastrous event that causes great damage, distress, or suffering. It often refers to a sudden and severe occurrence, such as a natural disaster (like an earthquake, flood, or hurricane), a major accident, or any event that results in significant loss of life, property, or resources. Calamities are generally unexpected and have wide-reaching negative impacts on communities or individuals.

 

 

Let’s look at the nation of Israel. In the Old Testament, they repeatedly experienced this painful truth. They turned away from the Lord and did evil in His sight by worshiping idols. Eventually, He’d withdraw His protection until they would cry out and return to Him. Ultimately, even when the Lord allows calamity to reach His children, it is still drenched with His love and purpose.

 

If there is unconfessed sin in your life, Let us ask God to forgive us and help us turn from it. Then thank Him for His patience and lovingkindness.