Impatient is a lack of trust in God’s timing and guidance and a form of unbelief. It can lead to rash decisions and actions that go against God’s will.
In Psalm 40:1-5, we see David’s experience of waiting patiently for God’s deliverance. David sings praises to God for answering his prayers and delivering him from distress.
Waiting strengthens our faith and teaches us to trust God in our unfolding future for without faith it is impossible to please God.
James 5:7-11, instructs us to be patient and endure hardship, comparing it to a farmer waiting for the harvest, emphasizing that the Lord’s coming is near and they should not complain or grumble against one another, as the Judge is at the door; it’s a call to remain steadfast in faith despite difficult circumstances, drawing strength from the example of the prophets who suffered patiently.
Waiting on God’s timing can build patience, trust and reliance on Him. God may delay fulfilling our requests to prepare us for what we’ve requested.
