God speaks today Wednesday | January 15, 2025
Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
(Psalm 37:7)When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place where he was.
(John 11:6) When the Lord takes longer than we expect
We must always pray and present our needs to the Lord, leaving the response to Him. The story of Martha and Mary shows that they appealed to their friendship with Jesus and asked for His help in their crisis. The Lord invites us to ask and promises to answer our requests. Our part is to submit our requests and then rest, letting Him respond in His own way. Jesus stayed two more days before going to see Lazarus, who had died, because He wanted to set the stage for a great miracle and demonstrate His glory. Sometimes what we think is a loss or delay is actually God setting the stage for something greater in our lives. We should trust in God's sovereignty and never doubt His love or mercy.
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I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.
(Psalm 40:1)Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
(Psalm 27:14)Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.
(Psalm 62:1)Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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