Day 2: The Kindness That Leads to Repentance

 Reading: Romans 2:1-4; 2 Peter 3:9

Devotional: God's patience isn't permission—it's an invitation to repentance. When judgment doesn't fall immediately, we might mistakenly think God approves of our sin or doesn't care. But His delay demonstrates His kindness, giving us time to turn from destructive paths. The Lord doesn't wish for anyone to perish but for all to reach repentance. His patience with you should inspire patience with others. Are you presuming upon God's grace, thinking you can repent "later"? Or worse, are you frustrated that God hasn't judged others as quickly as you think He should? Remember: the same patience God extends to others, He has extended to you. Let His kindness move you to genuine repentance today.