Waiting:
1. To remain inactive or in a state of response, as until somehting expected happens
2. To look forward to eagerly
3. To be in readiness for; be reserved for; await.
Glory waits thee.
The term waiting seems to be a constant struggle in my life. The idea of waiting is one I do not appreciate. In life, humans constantly have to wait for somehting; waiting for Mr. Right, waiting to graduate, waiting for the perfect job to come along, waiting to have enough money to buy a house, waiting for the right time to have children. We wait, and wait, and wait. Or rather we long for, hope for, pray for. The list goes on and on. The 21st century has trained young minds to not wait patiently, but rather to demand actions to take place immediately, to expect change to happen here and now. While there is nothing wrong with wanting to see plans fall into place, we oftentimes find ourselves in trouble when we attempt to take matters into our own hands. We've all experienced those days when we are unable to let go. All too often I find myself in situations that resemble this statement. I tend to refuse to release the threshold I have on life due to an irrational fear of not being in control.
Okay, focus Ash. Bring it back. Get back on track.
Raise your hand if you hate waiting...just FYI, I raised both hands. It is not in out nature to wait. We think we have all of the answers and knowledge to sail through life. Reality check: WE DON'T. God knows what is best for each one of our lives. He is able to see the big picture. He sees what we cannot. His omniscience conquers all fear we experience, His grace covers all eliminates all doubt we feel about the future, and His love destroys all insecurity we endure about the time and place we are in our lives.
"Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Matthew 6:34
This passage sums up the point I am trying to make. We memorize this verse and recite it to those struggling with impatience; however, we fail to truly understand the meaning of these words. The Lord commands us to let go of all worry and doubt and allow God to take the reigns. In other words, let go and let God. He knows best. He knows all.
The Lord does not want us to worry about your future spouse, your financial status, finding a job, graduating in four years, etc. He desires for us to fully trust Him and believe in His flawless plans. A friend once said that we do not need to worry about what is to come, but rather to be completely content where God has us in life and enjoy every moment.
I struggle with waiting for "the one." I truly believe God plans for me to get married, I just do not know to whom or when. I constantly find myself wondering if the next guy I meet will be the one I am supposed to marry or if we have already met. I have been single my entire life. I have dated a couple of guys, but nothing one would consider a relationship. I've never had a boyfriend. I've never had my first kiss. I've never experienced being in love with someone on this earth. Most days, I am perfectly okay with these circumstances. I am even thankful. Thankful that I have never been heartbroken, never been betrayed by a man, or used by a guy. I am, however, still a girl from the South. I must remind myself that it is not the right time to have a boyfriend. Who knows when that time will come, that is up to the Lord. Until that day, I can either choose to live a satisfying life fully trusting God, or I can live a disheartening life where I am constantly disappointed by my failing plans.
"Love is Waiting" by Brooke Fraser says it best.
Love is waiting 'til we're ready, 'til it's right...and like I can't force the sun to rise or hasten summer's start, neither should I rush my way into your heart.
Be blessed.
