Why does God manifest such mercy and long-suffering toward men?

Answer

"The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some men count slackness; but is long-suffering to
usward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance." 2 Peter 3: 9.

What did Jesus declare God's commandments to be?
Against what are husbands cautioned?
Of what were the different parts of the image composed?
What message announces the judgment hour come?
What awaits those who despise the means of grace?
What is said of charity in the Scriptures?
What classes are we especially enjoined to help?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle