Wait on the Lord

“Wait patiently for the LORD. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the LORD.” Psalms‬ ‭27:14‬ ‭NLT‬‬

This is such a powerful word for me. My desire to press forward and live each moment more and more abandoned to God often leads me to run ahead of His perfect timing. I truly believe my motives and heart are in the right place, but often times in my zeal and excitement, I press on where God is calling me, instead, to be still and know….

“You will sometimes be tempted to take shortcuts to your destinations in life. David faced this temptation numerous times before he finally assumed the throne. Samuel, God’s prophet, had anointed David and prophesied that he would be the next king of Israel (1 Sam. 16:12–13). Yet, while David waited on God’s timing, he watched in frustration as a crazed King Saul brought the kingdom into jeopardy. Saul pursued David to murder him, forcing David to flee for his life. 

Then an incredible opportunity presented itself to David. David found Saul in a vulnerable position, sleeping with his army. Abishai, one of David’s warriors, offered to kill Saul. It seemed to make perfect sense. God had said He intended for David to be the king. By taking matters into his own hands, David could bring an end to his exile and assume the throne as God’s anointed servant. Yet he refused to compromise his integrity in order to become king, even though he wanted the position and it was rightfully his. . 

At times you may face similar temptations. Well-meaning friends advise you to hasten God’s will rather than wait upon Him. You may be sorely tempted to take control of your situation, assuming the end will justify the means. These are the times when you must trust God’s perfect timing. God may plan for you to attain a certain position or take a new direction, but the timing may not be right. Watch over your heart. Don’t allow others to persuade you to compromise your integrity as you follow God’s will.” (Blackaby, Experiencing God Day-by-Day).

I know that God is equipping me each and every day for my journey and I trust today that the waiting is ultimately for the preparation of me…of others…of the circumstances. God will accomplish everything He desires. My constant prayer is that He will open my eyes and heart to know when He is calling me to WALK with Him and when He is calling me to WAIT with Him.

By His grace and for His glory!

Dr. Jason