I want it “now” is the widespread ethos in most churches. It seems since the use of computer and microwave has become a common household appliance, we have become used to quick results. A fast pace isn't necessarily bad, but we should guard against becoming so set on immediate fulfilment that we can’t wait for God’s timing.

This problem existed long before the computer age. In Genesis 15:4-5, God revealed to Abraham that though he and his wife Sarah were too old to have children, a great nation would come from him. Abraham believed God but eventually decided to handle matters on his own. He took Sarah’s servant Hagar as his wife so that she could bear the promised son. (Gen. 16.)

Abraham probably rationalized his decision, figuring that God wanted him to have a son—and since it seemed impossible any other way, surely this must be what the Lord wanted him to do! But it wasn't. Abraham had to deal with the consequences of his actions, including jealousy and resentment between Sarah and Hagar. These problems in turn created further difficulties, both in the short term and throughout history

God was faithful, though—14 years later, Sarah gave birth to Isaac. Yet the consequences of Abraham’s decision to step out of God’s plan remain with us. The two boys became the fathers of nations that are still in conflict (Middle East crisis).

The key is to be patience while waiting on the Lord. Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting. Patience is bitter, but it’s fruit is sweet.

Like Abraham, we might believe God’s promises but prefer immediate results. Or we may just want things to be done our way. Instead, ask the Father to lead you. Then wait for Him. His way may not be what you think you want, but it is always best.


Romans 12:12
Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Romans 8:25
But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.

Galatians 6:9
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.

Psalm 37:7-9
Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices! Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath! Fret not yourself; it tends only to evil. For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.

Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS