Be Patient-Wait On God

Be Patient-Wait On God

"Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains."
James 5:7

I believe God puts dreams and desires in people's hearts, that they work all during their lives to achieve. However, so often many get discouraged as they want instant success and victory, and give up. Throughout the Bible God is telling us to be patient and wait for His timing. Our time is not God's time, as I have always struggled with patience, and know this firsthand. However, I have found that God's timing is perfect, where my timing was always flawed. If you are waiting for a relationship to improve, waiting to find the right husband or wife, waiting for a promotion, waiting to overcome an illness or some other dream or desire, I want you to realize that God knows all about your dream, and in His perfect timing He will make His plan for you become a reality. There is a right way to wait and there's a wrong way to wait. Too often, when things don't happen on our timetable, we get down, get discouraged, worry and become anxious. This is not the right way to wait. The scripture above gives us good advice, as it tells us to consider how the farmer waits--patiently and eagerly. We're not supposed to set around discouraged; we're supposed to be hopeful, positive and full of expectancy. Today, no matter what you are praying for, expect things to change in your favor. As you wait with patience and expectancy, you'll open the door for God to move. He'll fight your battles, and you'll see the abundant harvest He has in store for you. Put your trust and hope in God, that you will have good things in store for you in the future, as His plan is fulfilled for you.
My Daily Devotional Volume Six
April 16
Robert William Brock, Jr.