Why are we exhorted to patience?

Answer

"But let patience have her perfect work, that you may be perfect and entire, wanting [lacking] nothing
James 1: 4.

What is Christ to one renewed after God's image?
What was required in order to effect this reconciliation?
What distinct purpose did Christ have in giving Himself for the church?
How was this fulfilled?
With what words did Daniel begin the interpretation of the dream?
Who are to share this fate?
How enduring is this kingdom to be?

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