Wait In Hope

We wait in hope for the LORD; he is our help and our shield. PSALM 33: 20 

It can feel as if things will never change. Your challenges persist—perhaps over an extended period of time—and it seems all your prayers are met with closed doors. Like David, you cry out, “How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever?” (Psalm 13: 1).

But take heart. Your dark moments will last only as long as is necessary for God to accomplish His good purposes. And your heavenly Father is well aware of your limits.

You can endure. You will overcome this. How? By turning to the Savior often—in prayer and through His Word. Whenever you feel weak, go to His throne of grace and find the strength you need—even if it’s every two minutes. He will sustain you. He wants to teach you His ways, build His character in you, and grow your faith. Just rely on Him.

Friend, don’t give up—this pain will end. You will prevail over this difficulty and your circumstances will change. Look to God to uphold you as He works out His good purposes. Lord, I will hope in You.

Thank You for sustaining me and teaching me Your ways during this dark time, amen.

In His presence… wait expectantly His deliverance.

EVERY DAY IN HIS PRESENCE, CHARLES F. STANLEY