1. It is contrasted with the generations of the past when God`s forbearance was in exercise, and it shows that location in history belongs to those accomplishments which have a Godward reference at their center.
这时代与上帝先前忍耐的时代互相对照，说明，上帝为自己成就的事，是在历史中的某一个时刻的。
2. Let us exercise forbearance and firmness.
让我们运用我们的克制态度和坚定信念。