What Does the Bible Say About Patience?

James 5:11

“Indeed we count them blessed who endure. You have heard of the perseverance of Job and seen the end intended by the Lord—that the Lord is very compassionate and merciful.”

Romans 12:12

“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”

Hebrews 10:36

“For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.”

Psalm 37:7

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices!”

Proverbs 14:29

“Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.”

Galatians 6:9

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”

Colossians 1:11

“May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy.”