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</html>";s:4:"text";s:30443:"For more information, see our Privacy Policy. Because I am waiting for someone, and that someone is God. That trust is a patient trust. Galatians 2:20 - I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. Fixing and controlling situations and people is like trying to expedite the rising of the sun. Share on Facebook. Psalm 130:5-6 (GNTD) I wait eagerly for the Lord's help, and in his word I trust. 27:14 Wait for the Lord; Be strong, and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the Lord. We are to push, to work. Psalm 33:20 ESV / 83 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. A watchman knew the difference between his job and God's job. Psalm 25:5-9 ESV / 60 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. CSB Holy Land Illustrated Bible (Hardcover), Discover the Hope You're Looking for In God's Word, by Rick Ezell on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 6:00 AM. Once they believed that God didn’t have their best interests in mind, they decided to go ahead without God and do what they wanted. But on the other hand, watchmen didn't make things happen. Rick is a consultant, conference leader, communicator, and coach. We have to trust that God knows what he is doing. "You told me to push this rock, and I've been pushing it for weeks, yet it has not moved an inch! During those waiting times take on the active role of a watchman. His stronger self exhorts his weaker self not to despair, but to wait upon God - to tarry, i.e., the Lord's leisure - and, meanwhile to be of good courage; or, be strong (comp. Psalms 37:34 Wait for the LORD and keep his way, and he will exalt you to inherit the land; you will look on when the wicked are cut off. The farmer can wait all summer for his harvest because he has done his work of sowing the seed and watering the plants. I see the hurts of people. Eagles's wings are so strong that they are capable of catching rising currents of warm air - thermal winds that go straight up from the earth - and without moving a feather can soar up to great heights. What does it mean to be still and know that I am God? In one sense, all of creation, all of history, and all of humanity are waiting on God. They didn't control the rising of the sun. Psalms 62:5 - My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation [is] from him. In times of waiting my soul is revived and spirit is renewed. Waiting on God Dan Rodgers Psalm 27:14 April 20, 2003 INTRODUCTION: 1. We also know that God answers prayer. I wait for the Lord more than watchmen for the morning - more than watchmen for the morning" (Ps. In the Old Testament book of Habakkuk, the prophet was asking similar questions. We, who are Christians, understand that God has a will for our lives. To ensure you receive the best experience on Lifeway.com, we use cookies to process information about your visit. 40:31). Abraham! This sermon helps the hearer understand what to do while they wait on Jesus' return. Waiting on the Lord --Psalm 27:14 --Psalm 37:7-9 - … We all have been in situations where we have wondered if there is a way out of our problem. Waiting is not just something we have to do while we get what we want. God's wise in God's ways: In a dream, God told a man to go outside and push against a huge boulder in his front yard. Scripture offers plenty of examples of saints who got weary of waiting for God and chose to do things their way. Reality in the form of gravity sets in quickly. Introduction The waiting room, a land where time seemingly stands still. And I want it to be a reality now. What does it mean that âthe Lord is my light and my salvationâ (Psalm 27:1)? They watched for enemies who might attack at night, and they waited for the sun to come up. ", "Then a million dollars to us must just be a penny to you. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. It is much more graceful than flapping, but unfortunately it does not get the bird very far. Psalms 69:6 - Let not them that wait on thee, O Lord GOD of hosts, be ashamed for my sake: let not those that seek thee be confounded for my sake, O God of Israel. Ur article was the best one I ever read. O Lord, be gracious to us; we wait for you. b) Saturate yourself with the Scriptures. Please see below for details. And I question God, "Why not now? Not only do I want to do God's work, but also I want to speed up his process. Waiting on God doesn’t mean passivity or keeping our minds blank. ", "Lord, would you give me one of those pennies?". Psa. Why not bring it to pass today?". Deuteronomy 31:6; Joshua 1:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13), as the phrase is elsewhere generally translated. Waiting on the Lord requires patient trust, II. She walked back to his car and offered sweetly, "I don't know what the matter is with my car. The LORD answered me: Write down this vision; clearly inscribe it on tablets so one may easily read it. In waiting they would see God move. If we want to be an oak, it is well worth the wait. It is not fatalistic resignation. he cried, wiping sweat from his brow. Psalm 130:5-6 NIV I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope. He pushed and groaned and prodded and shoved, but the rock never budged. An oak or a mushroom? What does it mean to wait on the Lord (Psalm 27:14)? In waiting they would see God move. That tiny shoot, however, must have daily food and water. Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. "I wait for the Lord, my soul waits," declared the Psalmist, "I wait for Yahweh; I wait and put my hope in His word. I can wait with confidence. My job is to be a watchman. Only a few birds, such eagles, are capable of soaring. Free shipping on books, Bibles, gifts, VBS, and church supplies of $50 or more. Here are the 40 most uplifting Bible scriptures on hearing God’s voice. Read full chapter Isaiah 40:31 in all English translations Waiting is the process of becoming what God wants us to be. See more ideas about Christian quotes, Bible quotes, Bible verses. Your family. Waiting, biblical waiting, is not a passive waiting around for something to happen that will allow us to escape our troubles. Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him.Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I … Like the Bible Verse Wait on the Lord, be of good courage (Psalm 27:14) reminds us – God is our strength. Now ask yourself this: When did the tree actually grow? And when it comes, hold on. Gliding is nice, but it does not last. I see much that we could do and should be doing. Rick Ezell is the pastor of First Baptist Greer, South Carolina. Eagles have been clocked at up to 80 m.p.h. I will watch to see what He will say to me and what I should reply about my complaint. Waiting on God is a regular refrain in the life of faith. Select an option and chat directly with a member of our support team. During the first five years, the fibrous root structure spreads deep and wide in the earth, preparing to support the incredible heights the tree will eventually reach. Those who wait will never be put to shame. So every morning for the next few weeks, the man went outside and strained against the rock. A psalm of David.] We will never be disappointed. In waiting they would catch the wind of God's Spirit. Patience: The Benefits of Waiting by Stephen Eyre. Sometimes people ask, "But what do I do while I'm waiting?" They had grown callused and tough with the work, and his arms bulged with muscles. One of the hardest things to do in life is wait on God. The third way is soaring. 2:1-3). I wait for the Lord more eagerly than sentries wait for the dawn; than sentries wait for the dawn. It's been said that when God wants to grow mushrooms, he can do it overnight, but when he wants to grow a mighty oak, it takes a few years. But understanding that in principle and applying that in daily practice can sometimes be difficult. This collection of Bible verses about patience is designed to focus your thoughts on God's Word as you learn to wait on the Lord. Waiting on God reminds us that God is in control, III. Here the bird builds up enough speed, then coasts downward a while. God’s goodness is promised for those who wait patiently for … Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD! The answer lies in the unseen part of the tree, the underground root system. By the way, look at your hands.". This is a sermon about waiting for God’s guidance and direction through prayer and not running ahead of Him. Psa. Jesus Rejected at the Synagogue - Matt 13, Waiting means that we give God the benefit of the doubt that he knows what he is doing, Waiting is God's way of seeing if we will trust him before we move forward, Waiting reminds me that I am not in charge. I’ve given way to that temptation as well. Romans 12:12 - Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Romans 8:25 - But if we hope for that we see not, [then] do we with patience wait for [it]. 31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Want to get in touch? But, there's a hidden benefit in waiting. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all the day long. When Jesus promised that he would return, he instructed his followers to wait. Find answers to some of the more asked questions. Isaiah 33:2 - O LORD, be gracious unto us; we have waited for thee: be thou their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble. I drive though neighborhoods and am bombarded at the thought of many people spending eternity without Christ. Finally she had enough. What do we do while we wait? Though his efforts seemed fruitless, he had grown strong; and now he was beginning to grow wise. I. What God does in us while we wait is as important as what it is we are waiting for. I have been waiting for a long time, and I am aging each year. Waiting does not mean doing nothing. I see many unmet needs. Customer Service Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT Monday - Friday Phone: 1-800-458-2772. It is not a way to evade unpleasant reality. Galatians 6:9 - And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Finally, in a fit of exasperation the man fell to his knees and lifted his eyes to heaven. Flapping keeps them in the air, but it is a lot of work. It knows that we will reap a reward. Romans 12:12 (GNTD) Let your hope keep you joyful, be patient in your troubles, and pray at all times. They became, in effect, their own god. When Jesus promised that he would return, he instructed his followers to wait. Isaiah 33:2 ESV / 72 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. While God often says to us: Don't just do something, stand there. Rick has earned a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology in preaching from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. For Jeduthun. This may attract the devil because he keeps roaming about to occupy vacant and well-swept houses (Lk 11:24-26). Bible Verses about Mercy - But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy… But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith… Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto… Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindnesses; for they have… For the Lord your God is gracious and merciful, and will not… God's idea of waiting: The apostle Peter wrote, "that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years." Psalms 130:1 - 127:8 - (A Song of degrees.) For the vision is yet for the appointed time; it testifies about the end and will not lie. What does it mean God is our refuge and strength and an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). WAITING ON GOD » Scriptures About Waiting Welcome to the Waiting On God video. And if we wait, in patient trust, remembering that God is in control doing his work increasing our strength, we will experience the move of God on our lives and in our church. We are not patient: A woman's car stalled in traffic. From time to time I have to be reminded that I am not God (Aren't you glad?). 130:5-6). What do we want to be, a mushroom or an oak? 07/25/2016 Tell your friends. "I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I do hope" (Psa 130:5). Those who wait are those who work, because they know their work is not in vain. I'm the only one who can move it, and when you're ready, I will. Waiting on the Lord may be one of the most difficult aspects of the Christian life. No one likes to wait. We know that deep down he is working - while it may be underneath, hidden deep in our character. I am seeking guidance on waiting for God’s Will and Timing. God uses waiting to change us.” Tweet. Be our arm every morning, our salvation in the time of trouble. God Nature Sounds, Scriptures Verses, Relaxation, Meditation. I'm in the waiting room. Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD. I. So what do we do in the meantime? Pixabay. * Indicated Required Field See our Privacy Policy. Unseen growth: The Chinese bamboo tree is one of the most remarkable plants on earth. Three methods of flight: Ornithologists say birds have three methods of flight. Remember your mercy, O Lord, and your steadfast love, for they have been from of old.Remember not the sins of my youth or my transgressions; according to your steadfast love remember me, for the sake of your goodness, O Lord! 37:9 For evildoers will be cut off, But those who wait for the Lord, they will inherit the land. And it is an echo of the unparalleled power and grace of God, “who acts for those who wait for him” (Isaiah 64:4). Using the watchtower motif, hear the dialogue between the prophet and God: "I will stand at my guard post and station myself on the lookout tower. It beautifully illustrates the meaning of waiting on the Lord. This sermon helps the hearer understand what to do while they wait on Jesus' return. I understand that the father of the modern missionary movement, William Carey, waited seven years before his first convert in India, as did Adoniram Judson in Burma. Download a free manuscript of this sermon. During those times, we wait patiently on the Lord. The entire Psalm 27 is a prayer to God for help. That is easier said than done. I pray these Encouraging Scriptures on Waiting will Inspire, Encourage, Comfort and Reassure you today as you wait for God’s will, God’s plan, God’s answers, guidance, leading and direction. Good question. Throughout the psalm’s eloquent lines, David expresses authentic faith and courageous trust in God, based on his confident expectation that the Lord will rescue and save him in … I want to fix my problems, my relationships, my conflicts, my career, and my church. Waiting on the Lord may be one of the most difficult aspects of the Christian life. It is hard to wait upon God esp when there is pressure and trouble all around me in this matter. During all the time the gardener is caring for the plant, the exterior shoot will grow less than an inch. 6 Bible verses on waiting on God Inemesit Udodiong. You are the church, and Lifeway is here to serve you with biblical resources for everything life brings your way. Psalms 27:14 - Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. Waiting on an answer to your prayer? ", A voice from heaven rumbled among the clouds, then whispered in the man's ear. "I told you to push the stone," God said, "I didn't tell you to move it. We live by the adage: Don't just stand there, do something. The man looked at his hands. Waiting on the Lord requires patient trust. Flapping is keeping their wings in constant motion, like a hummingbird, to counteract gravity. Waiting is the confident, disciplined, expectant, active, and sometimes painful clinging to God. In biblical times, watchmen vigilantly guarded the city. We know in our gut that this present reality is not as it … Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. We can often make the mistake that if God doesn't answer our prayers with a "yes", or if He doesn't answer them in good time, then He hasn't answered them at all - and isn't planning to either. Bible Verses about Hope - Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace… Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of… And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of… Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word… For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the… 9 Bible verses to assure you that God hears you. Psalms 62:5 - My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation [is] from him. When called upon, they sprang into action. It isn't easy. We live by the adage: Don't just stand there, do something. "What were you thinking, Lord? Romans 10:17 So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ. Your Bible study. Alannah Francis 18 May 2016 | 5:57 PM. What does it mean that deep calls to deep (Psalm 42:7)? When Jesus told his disciples to wait in Jerusalem, he was telling them that that this was a means of experiencing his peace, his prosperity, and his power. So what do we do in the meantime? You and I, and the church, will catch a gust of the Spirit. It is that same gust of the Spirit that we need to wait on. Sometimes I struggle to remember that it's good to wait for the Lord. The story of Adam and Eve is a story of rebellion against God. It is a place where life is put on hold. John 10:27 “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” John 8:47 “Whoever is of God hears the words of God. As a man, I want to fix things. God is the great mover. Psalm 27:14 King James Version (KJV) 14 Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord. Behind every support specialist, Bible study editor, graphic designer, and accountant is a Sunday School teacher, kids volunteer, or small group leader. Second is gliding. It was this gust of the Spirit that the disciples in Jerusalem were instructed to wait on. We'd love to hear from you. Psalms 37:34 - Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see [it]. At the end of five years, however, the Chinese bamboo will perform an incredible feat. without flapping at all. Though it delays, wait for it, since it will certainly come and not be late" (Hab. For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. Thanks for making my questions on waiting upon God a bit more clearer. And we’re all in it for the same reason—to fuel the church’s mission of making disciples. Those who wait on God can go about their assigned tasks, confident that God will provide the meaning and conclusions to their lives and the harvest to their toil. But if you want to go look under the hood, I'll be glad to stay here and honk for you.". Wait for God’s promise instead of going your own way (Acts 1:4). Once the gardener plants the seed, he will see nothing but a single shoot coming out of the bulb - for five full years! They were alert and obedient, ready to respond when needed. More insights from your Bible study - Get Started with Logos Bible Software for Free! That is easier said than done. As a pastor, I want to speed up the growth process of my church and its ministries. A. I need to have a watchman's attitude: a confident and alert expectation that God will do what he said he will do. It goes against the grain of our quick-fix society. We will be soaring. But we wait in traffic, in car pool lines, in holding patterns, in grocery stores, for the foursome ahead of us, for the doctor, for a spouse, for a baby, for retirement, for sermons to get over, or for Jesus to return. For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. Waiting on the Lord allows God to do his work. In waiting they would catch the wind of God's Spirit. My God will hear me. They just soar on invisible columns of air. It is an expression of the healthy heart’s desire: “O Lord, we wait for you; your name and remembrance are the desire of our soul” (Isaiah 26:8). While God often says to us: Don't just do something, stand there. We are waiting for the day when everything will be made right, when the old order of things will pass away, and the new will come (See Revelation 21:1-7). In the real issues of life, I am not just waiting around - I am waiting on God, therefore, I can trust his wisdom and his timing. [ Psalm 62] [ For the director of music. "Lord - is it true that a thousand years for us is just like a minute to you? Psalms 33:20 - Our soul waiteth for the LORD: he [is] our help and our shield. An economist once read those words and got very excited. It will grow an amazing ninety feet tall in only ninety days! Isaiah 30:18 ESV Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you, Whether it has to do with our relationships, our finances, our careers, our dreams, or our churches. I have a vision from God to reach those people. Your community. God's Gift of Patience Patience is a quality of God, and is given to the believer as a fruit of the Spirit. She looked in vain under the hood to identify the cause, while the driver behind her leaned relentlessly on his horn. What does it mean to delight yourself in the Lord (Psalm 37:4)? We're sorry, an error occurred. - The Lord, which maketh a way in the sea. I've heard it said that the person who waits on God loses no time. I'm the patient. 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