Purpose in the Process
Friday, February 5
Purpose in the Process
Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:3
Waiting is a common experience. All your brothers and sisters in faith, as well as all of creation, know what it is like to wait on the Lord. Consider those who have waited before you: Job, David, a myriad of prophets. There is plenty of encouragement in the Bible concerning our need for patience. James 5:7, Colossians 1:10-12, Psalm 40:1 and Revelation 14:12 are just a few examples taken from a myriad of Scriptures given to us for edification.
Patience is only necessary in the face of opposition. This is why seeking patience is in many senses a battle. You must quiet the flesh and tune into the spirit. The promise we can lean on is that patience is God-given restraint, not something we are to produce in our own strength. The sharpening of our faith comes when we face opposition and are forced to wait on the Lord. The Lord is the one who provides us with spiritual armor to go into battle. Our only responsibility is to trust that God will provide the strength to hold on, and then act accordingly to our faith in that promise.
The experience of waiting on God reminds us that there is a purpose in the process of waiting. It reminds us it is not our circumstances that define our reality. Rather, it is the truth of Christ’s love and life in us. This gives us hope, as Romans 8:28 assures us that we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Prayer for today: All knowing Father who sits in heaven, like Daniel I am purposing in my heart to wait on You. For I know that Your ways are best for me and You will make all things work together. Thank You for choosing me. Amen.