Bible verses for children
Patience that makes room for change.
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that anyone should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
2 Peter 3:9 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
What seems like slowness is described as God’s patience towards people. Repentance means turning away from wrongdoing. The verse encourages a response to mercy rather than exploiting patience to continue harm.
Use another chance to repair a mistake instead of treating it as permission to repeat it.
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How can receiving patience help you make a better choice?
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Bible context & readings +
Second Peter 3:8–10 responds to doubts about the Lord’s promised coming. The concern is divine patience and repentance, not a promise that every delayed personal request will receive the answer we expect.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us respond to patient mercy with real change. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.