Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Sanhedrin 97b — God waits to be gracious; Messianic timing
This lesson explores how Isaiah 30:18 connects to Jesus.
Yet the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion. For the LORD is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him!
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Sanhedrin 97b — God waits to be gracious; Messianic timing
Isaiah declared that God longs to be gracious and waits to show compassion. Peter echoes this — God's apparent delay is not slowness but patience, giving everyone time to repent and receive His grace through Christ.
Lord, give me courage to speak life, mercy, and hope. Through God Patient Grace, train my hands and words for Your mission.