March 3, 2017 - Waiting

Our automatic world provides us with instant results. We come to rely on information at our fingertips, travel at jet speed, fast food, and quick turnarounds. In our busy lIfestyles, these can be true time savers. But what happens when the gridlock of life often sneaks in and catches us unaware? When forward motion comes to a crawl, we grumble or blame. Panic or depression often sets in.  But the truth is, God is and has always been in control. He knew this moment before it happened and is already holding you at the end. Place your moment in His hands. Waiting on God will bring you the peace to fully discern where He is leading you, the faith to know He is in control, and the courage to move ahead in confidence and hope.

Every work which he began in the service of the house of God in law and in commandment, seeking his God, he did with all his heart and prospered. – 2 Corinthians 31:21

waiting

I have been waiting for something to happen for some time now. It is not happening. I cannot imagine God's plan without this happening; worse, I can. Yet, I know that God, in His Omnipotent knowlege, is far wiser with His plans than any I could make. However, even with faith, It is still easy to let myself be tempted with dismay and anxiety. When these emotions enter in, I must stand firm in my belief that God is in control. He knows my situation and is not surprised by the events that are, or are not, unfolding. The greater tradgedy would be to loose faith and act without spiritual guidance. In standing firm to my beliefs and trusting in God, I will be prepared when His Time is right.

The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit. Ecclestaticus 7:8