Why is Waiting On The Lord So Hard?
Hey Gurls! Today, I want to talk about something that I think we all struggle with—waiting. Now, I’m not talking about waiting in line at the grocery store (though that can test anyone’s patience, ha!). I’m talking about waiting on the Lord. The Bible verse I’m reflecting on today is Psalms 27:14.
Psalms 27:14 NIV
14 Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
Waiting is hard, isn’t it? We live in a world where everything is instant. Fast food, two-day shipping, and instant messaging have us conditioned to expect things right now. But that’s not how the Lord works. He has His own perfect timing, and sometimes, we’re asked to wait.
When It Feels Like Nothing Is Happening
I remember writing a post a while back called, “Don’t Quit, 41 Is Coming”. I shared the story of how we can feel like we’re in a holding pattern—stuck at verse 40 of our own story. You may feel like your prayers are unanswered, like you’re just treading water and not making any progress. But the truth is, we don’t always know what God is up to behind the scenes.
That’s why this verse, Psalms 27:14, is so powerful. It’s a reminder to wait on the Lord, even when it feels like nothing is happening. Gurls, waiting doesn’t mean that God has forgotten you or that He’s not working in your life. It just means that the answer, or the breakthrough, is coming in His timing, not ours.
Finding Strength in the Wait
Waiting requires strength and not just the physical kind! We need to be emotionally and spiritually strong, and let’s be real—it’s exhausting sometimes. I know how easy it is to feel worn out and wonder if God has heard your prayers. Trust me, I’ve been there, too. This is when I want to take things in my own hands, and I usually end up making a mess.
But Psalms 27:14 says, “Be strong and take heart.” That’s a call to stand firm, even when we feel like giving up. We might not be strong on our own, but we can find strength in the Lord. When we lean on Him, He gives us what we need to endure the wait. It’s in those moments of waiting that our faith grows deeper.
Why Does God Make Us Wait?
I’ll be the first to admit I don’t like waiting! But I’ve learned that sometimes, God makes us wait because He’s working on something better for us than we could ever imagine. I think back to times in my life when I was impatient and wanted to rush ahead of God’s plan. Looking back now, I can see why He asked me to wait. Hindsight is wonderful!
When we can’t see God at work, we think He has forgotten us, or worse, the answer is NO! But God’s delays are not His denials. There might be something He’s preparing in your heart, or maybe He’s preparing the right circumstances that you can’t see yet. Gurls, trust that His timing is perfect. He sees the big picture, and He knows exactly what you need, even when you don’t.
What Should We Do While We Wait?
So, if we’re supposed to wait, does that mean we sit around and do nothing? Not at all! Waiting on the Lord isn’t passive; it’s active. It means staying faithful in prayer, continuing to seek Him, and trusting that He will provide.
While you wait, keep doing what God has already called you to do. Keep loving your family, keep working hard, and keep growing in your relationship with Him. Waiting doesn’t mean giving up—it means pressing on, even when you don’t have all the answers yet.
Encouragement for the Wait
If you’re in a season of waiting right now, I want to encourage you to hang in there. It might feel like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling, but they aren’t. God hears every single one. You are seen, you are loved, and God has not forgotten you.
Let’s End With A Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
We come to you today with hearts that are sometimes impatient. Lord, we know that waiting isn’t easy, but we trust that Your timing is perfect. Give us the strength to be strong and take heart as we wait on You. Help us find peace in the waiting and trust that You work in ways we cannot see. Lord, remind us that You have not forgotten us, and You hear every prayer we lift up to You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Tania,
Solid sharing of God’s scripture. Praise be the Lord! Now I look forward to 41.
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matt 19:26
I started following you because of your fashion ideas. Now I have also begun to look forward what you share from God’s Word. Thank you
Love it. Beautiful prayer. I’ve been there. Lately I’ve seen prayers answered that took a long time for people I love. It was better than expected. I try to instill that in my grandson. I tell him that God is not a genie. God sees the big picture and will answer according to his will because he’s a loving Father.
I feel as if I am always waiting. Thank you for sharing
Tania, thank you for these wide words! I love your prayer ♥️
You have the most timely messages for me! I love your Sunday posts. So realistic and exactly what I need. Thank you so much!!
I feel like you wrote this just for me. I am making major life changes and nothing seems to be working out as I expected. It IS hard to wait! I have put it in God’s hands but saying it and not worrying are 2 different things. I am going to write this verse on a note so I can look at it everyday to remind myself to be patient. I’ll be coming back to this post as well. Thanks, Tania, and God bless you.
Wouldn’t it be nice if things like this only happened when you were young? I sometimes feel like I’m too old to still be worrying about things.
Thank you for this timely reminder to wait upon our God! I have been praying for quite some time (specific prayers)and have felt like they are bouncing off the ceiling! This is when I need to reflect on all the answered prayers and never loose hope!
It is also helpful to remember “Thy will be done Lord”. What we are seeking may not be what God has in mind. His plan is always the best plan!!
I was just asking God today “when?” Thanks for the reminder.
Tania, thanks for this powerful message of reassurance and hope!! It is just what I needed today and in the coming days as we wait on a specific answer to prayer! Bless you!!