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 special message was given to Jonah for Nineveh?
What event does he speak of as immediately following these times of refreshing?
What would obedience to God's commandments have ensured to ancient Israel?
What did Joseph, in Egypt, say when tempted to sin?
What means will be employed to compel all to receive this mark?
For what purpose did God give His Son to the world?
To whom did Jesus first send the twelve disciples?

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