In the following 4 minute video, Dr. Mayfield explains longsuffering from a Jonathan Edwards’ sermon on 1 Cor. 13:4.
I used to work with very aggressive, disrespectful youth, and could deal with slander, physical assault, etc., from them, I had to in order to continue helping them.
I retired from that job in 2002. Since being born again, 2004, I have struggled forgiving Christians for slander, gossip and such things. I think the biggest problem for me was that I didn’t expect it from them. Nonetheless, I have progressed very slowly regarding this matter, even though it has been a frequent prayer concern.
For such reasons, I found the following short video helpful:
For other videos by Dr. Mayfield in this blog, see Categories: John Owen; Jonathan Edwards; Calvin’s Institutes; and Thomas Brooks. I especially recommend the John Owen videos, wherein he does brief talks about Owen’s works on mortification of sin — a topic with which all Christians should be familiar.
Dr. Mayfield’s YouTube site is Knowing to Love, when searching, also use his name; I recommend subscribing.