“I waited patiently for the LORD; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry.” (v.1)
Waiting is never easy and it seems to go against our natural makeup. I know for me, I really have to work at it. But waiting for the Lord can transform us into a people of growing faith. King David spent many years waiting to be crowned king and fleeing from Saul’s wrath. But, he grew into “a man after [God’s] own heart” by waiting on the Lord (Acts 13:22; see 1 Sam. 13:14).
In the scriptures the apostle Paul lists waiting (patience) as one of the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). And, the Prophet Isaiah is seen encouraging the people of Israel to be patient as they waited for the Lord to act (Isaiah 40:31). Thus patience has been a key element in one’s walk with the Lord for centuries.
Therefore, when we become frustrated with God’s apparent delay in answering our prayers, it is good to remember that He is interested in developing faith and perseverance in our character as He has done for centuries in others (James 1:2-4).
Therefore, when we become frustrated with God’s apparent delay in answering our prayers, it is good to remember that He is interested in developing faith and perseverance in our character as He has done for centuries in others (James 1:2-4).
Therefore Christian, wait on the Lord and develop you walk of faith with Him.
The Truth: "It is good that one should hope and wait quietly For the salvation of the Lord.” (Lamentations 3:26)
