Have Strength to Wait

Over a year ago I was studying the word “wait” and was led to Psalm 27:14.

“¹⁴Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!” – Psalm 27:14 (ESV)

I was led to the realization that waiting was a demonstration of dependence on God. As we wait, we let others know that God is in control and that we are on His path and timing.

Waiting is also a demonstration in strength. It is so easy to be distracted by speed and instant gratification. And when we are distracted, we demonstrate our weakness to that which is just that, a distraction as opposed to keeping our eyes on the path we are on. That distraction is likely placed there by Satan to take our eyes off of God.

I have to remember to rely on the strength that God has given me to stay and focus on that which will bring Him glory knowing that when I do, I will be rewarded with blessings beyond this world. My strength to wait demonstrates my dependence on Him and the confidence that the Lord will be visible to me when I am looking for Him and His guidance in my life.

Are you waiting for God? What strength is needed for you to demonstrate you waiting on God? What if you were to put all else aside and focus your attention on waiting for God?