Today’s devotional is on ”Waiting on God: A Key to Spiritual Growth”. The Bible says, “But those who wait for the LORD will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary.” – Isaiah 40:31 NASB
Waiting on God involves more than just prayer. It is an active posture of trust and faith in God’s timing and provision.
This spiritual discipline, far from being passive, is a profound connection with God that brings numerous blessings.
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Blessings of Waiting on God
- Renewal of Strength
- Scripture Reference: Isaiah 40:31
- Blessing:
- Physical, spiritual, and mental strength is renewed.
- We gain nourishment for our hearts and minds.
- We grow wings like eagles to soar above life’s challenges.
- We run the race of life without growing weary and
- We walk through every situation without becoming faint.
“If you show yourself lacking courage on the day of distress, your strength is meagre.” – Proverbs 24:10 NASB
- Rescue and Salvation
- Scripture Reference: Proverbs 20:22; 2 Samuel 22:4
- Blessing:
- We are delivered from the hands of our enemies.
- Victory does not come from our own strength but from God’s intervention.
“Do not say, ‘I will repay evil’; wait for the LORD, and He will save you.” – Proverbs 20:22 NASB
“I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.” – 2 Samuel 22:4 NASB
- Inheritance of the Land
- Scripture Reference: Psalm 37:34
- Blessing: We are exalted to gain the land as our inheritance, a promise of stability and provision.
“Wait for the LORD and keep His way, and He will exalt you to inherit the land; when the wicked are eliminated, you will see it.” – Psalm 37:34 NASB
- Experiencing God’s Goodness
- Scripture Reference: Lamentations 3:25
- Blessing: In waiting on God, we experience His
- goodness,
- kindness, and
- Favour in our lives.
“The LORD is good to those who await Him, to the person who seeks Him.” – Lamentations 3:25 NASB
Practical Examples of Waiting on God
- Abraham and Sarah: Abraham and Sarah waited many years for the fulfillment of God’s promise to give them a son. Despite their old age and moments of doubt, their faith in God’s promise was eventually rewarded with the birth of Isaac. This story shows the importance of patience and trust in God’s timing (Genesis 21:1-3).
- David: Anointed as king in his youth, David had to wait many years before he actually ascended to the throne. During this time, he faced numerous challenges, including being pursued by King Saul. Despite these difficulties, David’s faith and trust in God’s plan never wavered, and he was ultimately rewarded for his patience (1 Samuel 16:13, 2 Samuel 5:4).
- Jesus in the Wilderness: Before beginning His public ministry, Jesus spent 40 days in the wilderness fasting and waiting on God. This period of waiting prepared Him for the mission ahead and strengthened His reliance on God (Matthew 4:1-11).
- The Early Church: After Jesus ascended to heaven, the disciples waited in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit as Jesus had instructed them. Their obedience and patience were rewarded on the day of Pentecost when they were filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to spread the gospel (Acts 1:4, Acts 2:1-4).
Conclusion
Waiting on God is an active expression of our faith and trust in His perfect timing. It’s not just about being patient but about growing closer to Him and being transformed in the process.
As we wait, God:
- strengthens us,
- rescues us, and
- shows us His goodness in ways we might not understand right away.
Through waiting, we experience His blessings and become more aligned with His plans for our lives.