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 change is wrought in conversion, or the new birth?
What prophetic declaration foretold this truth?
After Herod's death, where did Joseph and his family live?
For what purpose did Christ come to this world?
When did the priest minister in the first apartment of the sanctuary?
What was Christ's reply?
How will this great event affect the world?

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