Patience

 

Patience is something that is hard to come by for a lot of people. Lots of little things get on our nerves such as the driving skills of others, our friends, our family, obligations, etc. Stress also plays a huge role on our ability to remain patient in various situations.

Let's look at Ephesians 4:1-2,
"I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, entreat you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love."

This is something that can be really hard to do. Being humble enough to love others even when we have a lot on our plate can be tough. But we are encouraged to remember that we have been called to behave in this manner.

There's also the problem of dealing with patience when things are going wrong. There are plenty of days where it seems like nothing is going right at all. When it rains it pours.

However, Romans 5:3 says,
"And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance."

We are also called to persevere through those tough times and be patient with our circumstances  as God is constantly patient with us. It's all about the attitude. Being patient is a frame of mind that can only come with hard work and a willingness to try. So as this new semester unfolds, try to maintain a positive attitude about patience with others.