Waiting… God’s Way

It’s easier to wait on God when we remember that His plans are best.

Read Lamentations 3:24-26

Many of us struggle with waiting. There are many things we want right now—and usually we have a way to get our desires. Really, that’s what the entire credit card industry is all about: Get it now; then pay later. But “things” aren’t the only thing we’re in a hurry for. Some people want to be married right now, that they make an ungodly choices regarding a spouse. Others are in such a hurry to become successful and well-respected in their career that they look for shortcuts to get ahead.

So, why might the Lord have us wait? One reason is to protect us. Those who can’t say no to their own desires end up enslaved to them. God wants us to be mature believers who have the character and self-restraint to wait for Him to provide in His perfect time. Because our heavenly Father is omniscient, He alone knows what’s best. You can trust that if He asks you to hold off, He has something more wonderful in mind than you could ever provide for yourself.

Does anything seem to have a power over you? If so, it may be an area that requires the practice of self-restraint. Yield to the Lord and submit your desires to Him. Then, begin saying no to temptations as you wait for God to reveal His will for your life.