Peace in the Waiting

“I’m confident of this very thing, that he which hath
begun a good work in me will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.” (Phil.
1:6)

Sometimes waiting is not about being denied what we want, it’s about molding, and shaping us into who God wants us to be.

Doesn’t make it an easier, huh?

Waiting is not easy. It’s not even fun. But it is necessary.

Why? Only God knows for sure. I remember a time I used to ask a lot of “W” questions.

“Why did she get that book contract instead of me?”
“Why are you blessing her and not me?”
“When will it be my turn?”
“What more can I do?”

Unfortunately, God didn’t shout the answers to my questions, but slowly brought me to a place of acceptance and peace. Maybe those who have gone before me were further on in their journey. The timing was right for them to move ahead. Maybe I’m not ready. I needed to accept the plan He had for me, not stress and worry about the timing and leave it all to Him. He’s the one who’s in control.

And I’m okay with that now. The peace I finally have (and believe me, it wasn’t there for a loooong time) helps me press on when I seem to be walking in slow motion.

So what can we do while we wait?

Press on and keep doing what God has called you to do. Don’t worry about the promotion, or the accolades, or the end result. Keep focused on Jesus and doing what He’s called you to do.

I’m reminded of the FireProof song. The one playing when Caleb is doing all the things to win his wife back, but nothing seems to be working. “I will serve you while I’m waiting…”

Lord, help us to walk this path you’ve set before us even if we don’t see the fruits of our labor. Help us walk and not grow weary. Help us serve you while we’re waiting.

Amen