Embracing the Art of Waiting on the LORD

by Yvette van Niekerk

Lamentations 3: 25 (RSV) The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul that seeks him. How to wait on the LORD? This million-dollar question is of paramount importance. When I set aside time to wait for the Lord, I find solace in seeking a quiet space. It's crucial to consider my surroundings and the people in my vicinity. To maintain focus and clarity, I immerse myself in prayer and meditate on scriptures that hold relevance to my current situations. I am reminded that the Lord is gracious to those who patiently await Him, and He is kind to those who diligently seek Him. In my perspective, being in a tranquil environment with peace and stillness allows me to patiently await the answers I seek to move forward. Today, I acknowledge that answers don't always come immediately. Yet, when they do, I am often astonished, scarcely able to believe the remarkable occurrences. It's astonishing to witness how our Lord manifests Himself when we await His responses. Lord, today I long to hear from You. You understand my current feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness, and the sense of standing before You with a trembling heart. You know of my feelings of insignificance and inferiority today. Lord, You are aware of my concerns about the cake I baked. I wonder if this lady will appreciate it. I crafted it with the vision of it being delightful. I'm curious about her reaction upon seeing it. You are also aware, Lord, that my husband and I sense the weight of certain sanctions. May I implore You to lift these sanctions and grant us Your supernatural favor today. This morning, LORD, I recall Your Word in Mark 11:24, "Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Lord, I believe that You are at work on behalf of both myself and my husband. Jeremiah 33:3 assures us, "Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known." Lord, in our current state, may I seek from You a revelation regarding our next steps? Can You speak into both my heart and my husband's heart so that we may address what You are revealing to us? Thank You, Lord, in Jesus Christ's name. Amen.