Wait.

Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wait. Don’t you love that answer? I remember when I was a child, every time we would go to Wal-Mart I’d find a new toy tractor or action figure I wanted. And man, did I ever want it. As a matter of fact, I often felt like I needed it. I felt that it was a necessity, and my life just wouldn’t be complete without that new toy farm equipment or Batman action figure. And so I would bring on the sales pitch to my parents. But often, especially if I was nearing a birthday or Christmas, the answer I would get was a simple, “Wait.” Which, to me at the time, was as good as, “No.”
But without fail, my birthday would come around, or Christmas, and all wrapped up for me to receive were gifts. And do you know what seemed to be a trend? If that particular toy I’d spotted at Wal-Mart wasn’t there, I didn’t even miss it. Because when it was all said and done, though I didn’t have the exact one I wanted during that original visit to the store, I had something that may have even been better. It just always seemed to work out that way.
Have you ever come to God, begging and pleading for something that you just know you need? A job that is before you is absolutely perfect, and you fall on your knees asking for it. A relationship that means the world to you and you cry out to heaven for it. A college you’ve had your sights on for years and life just won’t be the same unless you get in. A house that is just perfect for your family and you just know you’ll be so happy there, and so you pray that God will make it happen. And He says, “Wait.” Which to you, might as well be, “No.”
But do you know what I believe you’ll find, as you travel further down the adventure highway we call life? There’ll be a better job for you down the road. You’ll find a deeper happiness than that relationship would have ever given you. God has a bigger plan for you than that particular college you’ve dreamed of. That house wasn’t a perfect fit for your family after all. And the bottom line? God is in control, He’s faithful, He’s awesome, and He’s always good.
I’m doing a bit of waiting myself these days. Is it easy? Not so much. Do I enjoy it? Not always. But my prayer for myself is one that I hope you’ll adopt as your own. When I get impatient, when I get frustrated, when I’m downright mad, I cry these words out to Jesus: “Lord, help me see You in this waiting.” And time, after time, after time, that’s just what I get. Him.
And whether or not I see something come to pass, or I just have to wait some more, at the end of the day, I’ve seen Him. And I’ve got to tell you the truth, that’s always good enough for me.

That’s just a thought, and I welcome yours.
Until next time,
Blake

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