Main Point: Because Christ is coming again, be patient in suffering and steadfast in faith

Christ is Coming Again (5:7-8)

God will vindicate his people and give them victory over their enemies. That is a promise! But that promise is something we have to wait for

Because Christ is coming again, we don’t have to vindicate ourselves or retaliate against our enemies. We leave the judgment to him

Be Patient in Suffering (5:10)

Be Steadfast in Faith (5:11)

Because Christ is coming again, be patient in suffering and steadfast in faith

Put Patience into Practice (5:9, 12)

1. Waiting for the Lord keeps us from turning against one another in times of difficulty (v. 9)
2. Waiting for the Lord keeps us from manipulating others to change our situation (v. 12)