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According
Psalm 138:3, the Lord answered David on the very day he called. “On
the day I called, you answered me, you increased my strength of soul”
Psalm 138:3 (NRSV).
God’s answer was
to increase David’s boldness and strengthen his soul. He didn’t immediately rescue
David from his enemies, but the fresh courage he gave David provided an answer
in itself. God took away David’s fears so that he could confidently say, “The
Lord will fulfill his purpose for me.”
He
rarely comes through that fast. I often say to myself or others, “Why does God
take so long?” I generally have to stand fast in faith for days, weeks, even
years before I see the changes I want.
But
he does answer me on the day I call. By offering me his supernatural courage and
strength, He makes me bold. He causes me to stand up on the inside, rather than
crumpling in defeat. I know he loves me. I know he listens when I call. That assurance
gives me the confidence I need to say, with David, “The Lord will fulfill his
purpose for me.”
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Father, please increase your strength in my
soul. Help me believe you’re at work even when it doesn’t look like
circumstances are changing for the better. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Are you standing in faith for something today that makes you wonder, "Why does God take so long?" How can I agree in prayer with you?
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9
ReplyDeleteWe can count it as slow, but it’s just on time. God knows things. He sees around corners. He sees tomorrow. We see in part and we ask by what we see or think we know,
That's right, Sandi! Thanks for commenting, Jen
DeleteJeanette: <“Why does God take so long?”> I have often wondered that. Part of the answer I have found is that sometimes we or the persons we are praying for are not quite ready to receive what we ask for, in God's eyes.
ReplyDeleteSo true, Cecelia1 And since God is a gentleman, he will not violate our free wills. Thanks for your wise comment!
DeleteJen
Hi Jen! I really like Sandi's scripture response. I am very impatient, and always want that answer RIGHT NOW!! Patience is a virtue that needs work in my life all the time.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your book being an Amazon best seller! You work so hard, it's great to see your work come to such success :)
Blessings,
Ceil
God knows what we need but we wait for the phone or email to tell daughter she has a job. Still waiting and praying and believing for answers. Life's not easy but we have the hope and his love that guides us through our lives.
ReplyDeleteGreat post.
ReplyDeleteOuch, I can relate. Impatience, living in an earthly time frame :) God is not slow, but patient!
ReplyDeleteHi Jen - Daniel immediately came to mind. The angel told Daniel he was dispatched as soon as he prayed. Alas, another angel (Michael) had to run interference because of a heavenly battle. Perhaps some of our answers take time because the enemy doesn't want us to have them.
ReplyDeleteAlso, sometimes we don't recognize the answer when it comes because we have a preconceived idea of what it should be.
Hugs,
Suze
Very good points, Susan. Thanks for sharing!
DeleteJen
I actually just heard A. Wommack talk along these lines in a series I'm listening to. :) Appreciate you sharing your thoughts and insight. No matter what, God is faithful!
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