Wait and Trust
Category: Hope
Patient & Constant
Patience and consistency require a lot of effort. It can seem like we don’t have a lot of that in this day and age. However, I know based on the commands of Scripture that there are believers who are trying to live this passage.
The actions in this verse aren’t always readily visible, and yet the Bible tells us that this is part of the behavior we will see from true believers. I encourage you to “rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer” and watch for this behavior in other believers.
Dear Heavenly Father, please help us to live according to what You command. Thank You for the encouragement from Your Word about the behavior of true believers.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Hold Fast
When life is unstable, it is good to have someone or something to hold tight to. I am thankful that God has given us a certain hope for the future. I am thankful for God’s faithfulness that is unwavering.
While God does a lot of things for me, I believe He has given me some commands to follow. This verse is encouraging me to hold fast. I will work on that knowing the beauty of God’s faithfulness.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your faithfulness. Thank You that I have a certain hope to hold on to. Please help me to hold fast and encourage others too also.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Rock of Refuge
Quietly Wait
I have yet to hear about someone who is good at waiting. I think this is one of those life-long lessons. Lamentations tells us of God’s goodness to those who wait. While we aren’t good at waiting – we do a lot of it. And God is good to us.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the goodness that awaits those who wait for You. Please help us with the challenges that make it hard to wait. We need You.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Comforting
I am so thankful for the comfort God provides through our trials. This doesn’t mean that we will always have warm fuzzies and happy emotions. However, God knows how to provide Bible verses, hugs from friends, and many other joys that bring comfort.
One reason for the comfort is to pass that along to others. We know from experience how precious it is to receive comfort. What could be better than give the same to others?
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the comfort you provide. Please give us the strength and joy to pass that comfort to others.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Seek
Boldly Ask
We live in a world with many needs. The economy isn’t great, politics stink, families have struggles. Let’s face it – we have a mess. I am thankful that God provides help. If you read Hebrews 4:14-15 you will find that the help is meant for our weaknesses. Jesus was tempted in every way we are. He can sympathize with our struggle. His ability to avoid sin gives me more encouragement about His help. I just need to go boldly to Him to ask for help. I will receive compassion and kindness from the One Who died for me. This will help my weakness.
Dear Heavenly Father, we have so many struggles. Please remind us to come boldly to ask for help. Thank You that you will give generously.
I pray this in Jesus name.
God is so good.
Cry for Help and Praise
Anxiously Looking
Fear and anxiety is a part of life. We face so many difficulties and uncertainties. This passage is specifically for Israel, but I know God does not want us to fear (2 Timothy 1:7). God provides strength (1 Peter 4:11). God gives us the promises He so eloquently spoke to Israel. Those of us today can rest in the strength and help God gives.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the beautiful way You tell us to look to You. Please bring these reminders often. We need Your help to face the anxieties of life.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Pleading in Prayer 