Waiting, waiting, and more waiting…
Waiting is something all of us do in life. And while some people like to ensure that waiting is a great learning experience, in reality it feels more like a mental and emotional torture chamber.
To be honest, I dislike waiting. I’ve never been good at it. I’ve always liked to get things done as soon as possible, and at a time that was most convenient to my schedule. But over the years I’ve realized that life doesn’t revolve around me. Time does not click in parallel to my heart. And what I think will never be more important that what God already knows.
Have you ever been in a waiting room? You know, that smelly, dimly lit room that feels like the black hole of all rooms. And regardless of why you are there, it’s usually for a good reason. I can’t really think of any waiting room that wasn’t strategically placed in line before hearing important news.
My point is: Don’t expect anything of substantial value to come out of a speedy process. I’m not saying it can’t happen, but realistically it won’t. In fact, scripture even promotes this very fact.
Proverbs 14:29 – Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
Proverbs 21:5 – Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty.
The reality is: Life is a waiting room, and patience is the antidote. Don’t be in a rush to move forward when God might want you right where you’re standing.
Challenge: Anytime you feel impatience creeping within your bones, recite Proverbs 14:29, and pray for God to gift you with the blessing of patience.
Through patience and diligence, the snail reached the Ark.
- Jarrid Wilson
Wow!! Totally needed that today as I wait patiently for the Lord’s leading!! Thanks so much!
I’m so glad to hear this Aimee!
Extremely blessed Jarrid I’ve been ministered by your tweets and your blog posts. Inspired to start writing a blog of my own. Just wanted to tell you your doing a great job in your ministry and how you minister to those who stay connected to you through Twitter and your website.
May God continue to pour into you so you can pour out to us :)
Thank you so much Chris. I appreciate your encouragement.
I love this & definitely needed it! I love reading yours & Coleen’s blogs. Wonderful encouragements! God bless you & thanks for posting!
I am so glad Holli. Thank you for your encouragement. We appreciate you.
Awesome message my man, even I think that sometimes I’am just sitting in one place when in reality God wants me hear… I PRAY FOR PATIENCE FOR US ALL.
Thanks Daniel, I really appreciate it! Amen.
Why Prov. 14:19?
“The evil bow down before the good, the wicked at the gates of the righteous.”
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Thanks for the edit. Meant 14:29 :)
Hey Jarrid, I recently found you on Twitter through people that follow me and was looking at your website and came across your Podcast I have been listening to them and they have been so encouraging to me in my walk with Christ! God has definitely gifted you in the area of Ministry. It’s so encouraging to hear you preach. This post was definitely a great reminder to me as well-and reminding me that God is always faithful and His timing is perfect, we just need to wait on Him.
Hey Madalyn, I am so glad to hear that my resources have been a blessing to you. Your encouragement is much appreciate, and I pray that your walk with God continues to stay strong! :)
I recently got accepted into a college I’ve always wanted to attend.i thought it was Gods will for me to go there,but last week the loan I took out got denied because my co-signer wasn’t eligible.the feeling was horrible because I just felt like my dreams were crushed.i still have not found another co-signer But I just wanted to thank you because this blog just reminded me to be patient and to wait ,God has a plan. So i thank you for being a huge encouragement. :)
I am praying for your new season of College-Life. Continue to stay strong in your faith, and allow God space to moving your life. I am praying for you!
Jarrid, I needed this so much. I’m in high school and lately, it feels like my life has been a waiting game. Waiting to drive, waiting to get my independence, waiting to serve God in new ways. Patience is indeed a virtue, no one says that better than the Big Man upstairs!
Hey Jordan, I know things can be tough in High School, but I am praying for you! Continue to stay strong, and allow God to move mightily in your life.
Awesome:) Definitely needed to hear this…Thanks for being a blessing…
I am so glad Akshara. Thank you for your encouragement!
So very true! Sometimes I feel when I am in the waiting room its like the lord is also testing my faith an trust in him. Seeing if I believe that he has it all undercontrol!
You do find where you stand and go stronger while you are in the waiting room :-)
Amen. That is an incredible statement.
Jarrid, you posts are so clear and easy to get great lessons from. Thanks for sharing man! :-)
Thanks Matthew! I appreciate it.
thank you so incredibly much for posting this jarred! The last thing I prayed before I fell asleep last night was that God would remind me why I am where I am at in life, and that although right now I feel like I am in this awkward waiting period, its stills here he wants me. And whala! This was the first thing I read today! thank you
Thanks Jess. :) Praying for ya.
Perfect timing for this post!! Thanks for a great reminder! I’ll add that probverbs verse to my list of go-to’s :)
Amen. Thanks Jessica. So glad this post resonated with you!
This is the first time that i visit your page,i was so bless reading all your post,,May the Lord continously bless you coz your such a blessing to people like me..To God be the glory..
Thank you for the kind words Thina. I appreciate oyu!
I truly believe I am being taught a big lesson in patience. Now that I am finally understanding God’s will for me. I am just rolling with what each day brings to me. This page has been bookmarked for a future reference and anytime I need to be reminded that good things do come to those who wait. Thank you Lord and may God continue to bless you and your ministry.
Amen. We all are. Thank you Rebeca!
I am most definitely in a “waiting room” right this very moment. Went through a deep valley for a few months, which has led me to the “waiting room”…today, I was especially feeling discouraged as I was writing my blog. But then found myself on yours and the Lord really spoke to me through this! God is good!! :)
Thank you so much! I am so glad this post resonated with you. You’re awesome!
thank you. this is a sweet reminder that the Lord is leading us somewhere even if we think we’re not going anywhere. keep inspiring people! May the Lord bless your ministry even more :)
Thanks Camille
Thanks sir Jarrid for being a constant reminder and encouragement to me. I am always affirmed by your posts. : ) May God continue to use you and bless you! : )