![]() ![]() Another benefit is that we avoid the consequences of impatiently running ahead of God. Some things become richer and more meaningful when we wait for them. There are great advantages and protections for us in God’s delays. Waiting on God is a principle in His Word. But God knows that sometimes we’re not ready to receive what we’ve requested, and some of the things we want are unwise or even physically, emotionally, or spiritually dangerous for us. Yet so often we don’t see the value of waiting and prefer to get what we desire immediately. It’s one of the key lessons in the Bible that we’d do well to learn. That’s why Scripture often admonishes us to wait for the Lord. God speaks often about waiting because it’s important and essential for every area of our lives-in our relationships, finances, physical life, and spiritual life. Psalm 27:14 says, “Wait for the Lord be strong and let your heart take courage yes, wait for the Lord.” This command is given to us because God knows that it’s not easy for us to wait, especially if we’ve already had to do so for an extended period of time. God doesn’t work by this world’s standards. Furthermore, it has resulted in the selfish conclusion that we should always get what we want right away. Although this is very convenient, it has also led to a moral decline, including the actions of people who aren’t willing to wait for sex until marriage. What we once waited a month to receive is now available the same day. ![]() In fact, today having what we want immediately is almost the norm. Whether you’re about to make a purchase or facing an emergency, the last thing you want to do is wait. KEY PASSAGE: Various Scriptures from the Psalms ![]()
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