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.

By whom were the men directed who thus spoke for God?
What was this earthly sanctuary and its round of service?
What has always been the result of religious legislation or a union of church a state ?
Whom does Paul say the saints are to judge?
What was the color of the symbol under the third seal?
With what should our prayers be mingled?
How often should we pray?

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