The Wait.

The wait is well worth it.

The bible says in Psalm 27:14, "Wait on the LORD, and be of good courage, and he will strengthen thine heart, wait I say, on the LORD."

It can be very tempting to move when we want to instead of waiting for instructions to do so; trust me, I know. However, don't you ever get tired of overexerting energy or overcompensating? Don't you get tired of trying to figure it all out yourself just for it to fail?

I mean, I've been there, where I thought I knew the guy I wanted to date, I knew the friends I wanted to have, I knew the appearance and perception I wanted to build around my identity... yet it all fell flat.

Why?

Well, it wasn't rooted in the word of God.

There is a major difference between being adjacent and being in actual alignment.

I was fooling no one but myself for most of my teens and 20's that I was in alignment, knowing that I spoke to God when I wanted to, i didn't read let alone study my Bible because I didn't know the vital importance, and I lived my life how I wanted.

Yet, that didn't bring me fruit. i went to church and did the Christian aesthetic things, and I still was being tormented. Was something wrong with me? Why wasn't I hearing God?

I wasn't sure, but instead of seeking Him intentionally, I stupidly dabbled in divination and blatant idol worship (tarot cards and yoga)...once again landing me no where fast!

My point?

I know we want to take matters into our own hands. I know that we swear we know ourselves better than God does, but please, I beg, just be patient.

• Patience can save a life.

• Patience can save time.

• Patience can save a generation.

How?

Well, the root is that the LORD's principles are to hearken (listen and do) to His voice and commands. His word says to wait until He says otherwise, and in following His command, that guarantees you protection and provision.

Obedience is not just about not wanting to be told what to do once you think you're grown.

Obedience to the LORD at its core is about shielding you from what's sent to destroy you and respecting God enough to carry yourself as a humble child in His sight.

The word good, doesn't just mean good;

It means firm, strong, repair, prevail, and encourage.

Stand firm and confident in your wait. Do not be enticed by what seems popular; move with integrity and keep your mind, heart, and conscience clean.

• I love you, end Q4 strong!

Writing prompt: What are you waiting on God for? How can you be more obedient this week?