User:Brettferre/Alma 38:12

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  • vs. 12 - see also D&C 121:43, "Reproving betimes with sharpness...then showing forth afterwards an increase of love." This seems comparable to "[using] boldness, but not overbearance."

- v. 12 - quote: “Patience is another form of self-control. It is the ability to postpone gratification and to bridle one’s passions. In his relationships with loved ones, a patient man does not engage is impetuous behavior that he will later regret. Patience is composure under stress. A patient man is understanding of others’ faults. A patient man always waits on the lord. We sometimes read or hear of people who seek a blessing from the Lord, then grow impatient when it does not come swiftly. Part of the divine nature is to trust in the lord enough to ‘be still and know that He is God’. A priesthood holder who is patient will be tolerant of the mistakes and failings of his loved ones. Because he loves them, he will not find fault nor criticize nor blame.” (Ezra Taft Benson, 1986)