In my reading today, something came to light. It wasn’t some new scripture that I hadn’t stumbled upon before, but one that I was quite familiar. In my waiting on the Lord, I came to learn what exactly that meant. And so, for the expansion of consciousness, I am here to share.
In a world that thrives on instant gratification, waiting has become increasingly difficult. Whether it’s waiting for a job opportunity, a relationship, or an answer to a prayer, the concept of “waiting” often feels like an unwelcome challenge. Yet, within the Christian faith, waiting on the Lord is not only encouraged but is seen as a vital part of spiritual growth. It’s a time of deepening trust, refining character, and experiencing God’s faithfulness in ways that can only be revealed through patience.
The preface of Isaiah 40 is a push to provide“comfort” for the people of Jerusalem during their time of exile. It was meant to hearten the people to not relent on God. A reminder that no matter what, nothing or no one will ever trump God. Even in the midst of your circumstance(s), you are to continue to hold onto Him.
“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“”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“
Isaiah 40:3
Coming to the end of my devotion, I questioned what “waiting” looks like to most given the fact that many people are unable to do it, espectially when it comes to God. This clear direction and sign of hope to come should be uncomplicated. The bible says, “The lord longs to be gracious to you… For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for Him” (Psalm 27:14).
Waiting is the problem!
Not God’s problem, but the problem nonetheless. There are more ways than one way to wait on the Lord. Pray. Self reflect. Pray some more. Try a new objective. So, if you can’t “wait” in the figurative sense, than what do you do? There are so many Christian self-help books or articles out there to help with that question, but here is my take.
Many people take the “waiting” part quite literally, and so they sit and do nothing. But, doing nothing gets nothing results. To wait on the Lord, is like when you go to a restaurant and your waiter “waits” on you. What does that look like? They wait for you to give them an order, direction as to what it is you would like for them to serve you. So now, put yourself in the waiters position. You, as the server, the waiter, put their direction into motion by going back to the kitchen with the list, and start cooking. Thereafter, you are soon able to serve them their commands. The “wait” is to serve.
Those who serve the Lord shall renew their strength.
Among other things.
