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Father, You have been infinitely patient with us as we grow in You. May we always remember to be patient with one another for Your glory.  Amen.

1 Timothy 1:16 (NIV) But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive … Continue reading →

Have patience with all things, but, first of all with yourself. – Saint Francis De Sales

Father, patience is a raiment you want us to wear daily. Help us to remember that each opportunity you give us to practice it is another opportunity to bless You. Amen.

Colossians 3:12 (NIV) Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.

Without patience we will learn less in life. We will see less. We will feel less. We will hear less. Ironically, rush and more usually mean less. – Mother Teresa

Father, our pride is our downfall. We want to be right and to win every battle. Help us to understand that patience is Your gift for us and that is far more important to You.  Amen.

Ecclesiastes 7:8 (NIV) The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.

Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting. – Joyce Meyer

Father, we ask that You give us more and more wisdom so that we might see how to overlook an offense. Less of ourselves and more of You, Father God.  Amen.