Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson The Patience of God and of His Children
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Feb 20, 2026 A spiritual reflection on patience as a fruit of the Spirit. It explores two Greek words for patience and how God’s slowness to anger models long-tempered endurance. The talk warns that impatience is a moral failing, distinguishes righteous anger from habitual reaction, and describes how trials shape Christlike patience.
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Patience Means A Long Fuse
- Patience (makrothumia) means a long fuse against anger or passion.
- Christians mirror God's long-suffering because He has been patient with us.
God's Patience Teaches Us
- The Bible portrays God as slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.
- We learn patience by breathing the family atmosphere and mimicking God's character.
Proud Of A Short Fuse
- Sinclair recalls meeting Christians proud of having a short fuse who say, "I don't suffer fools gladly."
- He challenges that attitude by pointing out it's not a virtue but a blemish against Christlikeness.