“Biblical Patience is Christ-dependent endurance.” James 5:7-11 Three examples of when we need an extra dose of patience: When our circumstances are uncontrollable. The Farmer - James 5:7-9 When people are unchangeable. The Prophets - James 5:10 When our problems are unexplainable. Job - James 5:11 Application: Develop new perspective. Proverbs 19:11; 20:24; 14:29 Develop a sense of humor. Proverbs 14:30; 17:22 Deepen your love. 1 Corinthians 13:4 Depend on God. Psalm 37:7; 2 Peter 3:15