Worth the Wait

I am certain that I will see the Lord’s goodness in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and let your heart be courageous. Wait for the Lord.

Psalm 27:13-14 CSB

Waiting is hard. The Bible is full of people who waited for God to fulfill a promise. Abraham and Sarah waited 25 years for God’s promised son to be born. Jacob waited for Rachel for 14 years. Moses and Joshua waited 40 years in the wilderness before God allowed the Israelites to enter the promised land. David waited 15 years to become king after his anointing. 

My husband and I are in a period of waiting right now. God has called us to move to the Texas Metroplex, repeatedly confirming it. Our house sold in one day and here we are. Four months later we don’t have a home, and I am still without a job. So, we wait and trust.

We are ready to be settled, find a church home and begin meeting people. I try to remember Jesus will show us the path in His time. But honestly, it has been a bit of a struggle to stay positive in the wake of being passed over in 7 job opportunities. 

To combat the inner strife, I list ways He has provided for me in the past and work through a Bible study about how He is trustworthy. I have also written scriptures that promise His faithfulness and read through them often. 

As I do this, my heart changes from weary and sad to joyful hope!

I am certain that I will see the Lord’s goodness… (Psalm 27:13a)! I praise Him in advance of His goodness and faithfulness. God loves us and wants His very best for us. He promises to provide. It will be in His timing and better than we could ever ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20)!

What are you waiting for right now? Are you feeling downcast? If so, try writing ways He has shown His faithfulness to you already and scriptures that promise His trustworthiness. Then ask for joy. He will answer. 

Johna Clemons