Tuesday, March 15
Patience
The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. —Lamentations 3:25-26
In this world today, now more than ever, so many are short of patience. Technological advances have helped to exacerbate a strong desire for instant gratification. I have been guilty of this impatience as well as a witness to it. The unwillingness to wait in our society can so easily breed doubt, anger, animosity, and tragedy. Our faith in the Lord not only requires strength, it also requires patience.
In Exodus chapter 32, the Israelites’ faith began to wane when Moses was up on the mountain with the Lord. They asked Aaron to create a false god. They had endured hard labors under the Pharaoh’s rule and had been enslaved and overworked. However, the Lord had freed them of their shackles, and they set out with Moses. The sea had been parted for them to cross through it, and it washed over the Pharaoh’s men, sweeping them asunder. Even after all of that glory from our God on high, they lost their way because of their impatience.
Life is a long and winding road, one that can, and ultimately will, take good and bad turns. Remember to never let your faith in the Lord waver.
In my personal experience, setting timers for applications on my phone have assisted me tremendously in having more time to build in my foundation with the Lord. In doing such a simple task, it has helped me be more present in my fellowship and allotted me the patience the Lord seeks from his children.
Dear Lord, please grant me the strength of patience and endurance in my faith. Guide me through the darkness of uncertainty and doubt. You are my Lord, my God, and I am forever grateful. Lead me along the path of life. I give my faith and all the glory to you, God. I pray for those around me who may feel the pain of doubt creeping in. I pray that they may open their hearts to you, Lord, and allow your love to fill their cups. May all the Lord’s children rejoice in exultation as they praise your name. Amen.
Chris Golmon