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 is this change from death to life called?
What accompanies repentance?
What has been one great characteristic of the Papacy?
How did David express himself on this point?
What title is given the last book of the Bible?
What does Paul say of their number?
Whom does the Lord chasten?

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