Hey Bestie! Are you finding it challenging to wait on God?
In this world, instant gratification seems to influence most people. This makes the idea of waiting on God seem redundant.
The truth is waiting on God is completely countercultural to the world. God has a different way of doing things and when you wait on him, you begin to change the world!
It may not seem like it right now, but you are a world changer. Keep in mind that when something is challenging, that doesn’t automatically make it impossible.
With God all things are possible.
This post is all about how to patiently wait on God.
Are you ready? Let’s geaux!
What Does It Mean To Wait On God
Waiting on God is kind of similar to waiting in a check out line. Think about when you’re in a grocery store for a second.
Depending on what time you go, there will almost always be a line even at self check out. When you’re in that line, you are essentially just waiting on your turn.
This is a practical example of what it means to wait on God. Sometimes we can overthink our relationship with God, not realizing that the everyday things we do are in alignment with his ways.
Waiting on God is also about being patient and knowing that his promises will come to pass in your life. It’s understanding that God’s will is better than anything you could imagine.
To wait means to release control and no move until you’re instructed to do so. When you wait on God, you’re showing him that you love and trust him (John 14:15).
Benefits Of Waiting Upon The Lord
Do you realize that God chose you to be here on this earth? It’s not by coincidence or by accident that you’re here.
God handpicked you to be a god of this realm and designed you to function just like him. Because you have been conditioned to think a certain way by the world, God chooses to make you wait in order for you to understand who and what you are.
You are created in the image after the likeness of God so you are a mini version of him.
Since he is God….you are a god.
Because he is Lord……you are a lord.
Since he is King…you are a king/queen.
How Can I Patiently Wait On God
Besties, there are many ways to patiently wait on God! You can be patient by just taking every day one step at a time with God. Time will pass either way, but your perspective and attitude are what matter most.
3 Key Ways To Patiently Wait On God:
1. Become Present In Your “Here”
Wherever you are, God is there with you. Why are you so worried about tomorrow when you have not gotten through today?
Slow down and appreciate where you are. When you worry, you miss God and the goodness he tries to show you.
Take things one step at a time. You cannot focus on a million things and think that you will get even one thing done.
2. Focus On The Last Thing God Spoke To You
What is the last thing God told you? Did you obey him? Most of the time we can look for God to tell us something new when we have not obeyed his last command.
God doesn’t tell you to do something just for you to do it. No there is purpose in everything he tells you even the small things.
When you focus on the last thing God tells you, you begin to develop patience without even realizing it.
3. Understand That There Is Purpose In Your Waiting
Whatever you are waiting for will be worth it. It will be beyond your belief when you receive it. Bestie, your waiting is not being wasted.
Get used to waiting. Everything you do involves waiting. Consider every time you wait as practice and apply it to your spiritual life.
God wants you to grow in patience and there is purpose in your waiting.
Waiting can be a challenge, but you can do it!
Remember you are destined to win because He got up!
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