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Patience reflects trust in God’s timing. In daily life and seasons of waiting, slowing down and seeking Him helps us grow in faith and character. God is always at work, even when you’re waiting.
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God shared with us in Scripture the importance of patience. We should not be rash and hasty in our decisions, but we should instead seek Him for guidance and be patient. There may be seasons in our life where we need to practice patience.
Patience is to trust in God in the waiting, even when things don’t happen in the way or at the time we expect. Just as a farmer waits for crops to grow, we too must wait and trust in God’s plan and timing. He promises us patience to grow in our faith, knowing that God is worth the wait.
We don’t have to practice patience in the big moments, but we can practice it every day. For example, we can practice while waiting in traffic, handling conflicts or even waiting for an answer to a prayer. Each moment is a great opportunity to grow in our faith and as a person.
Every time we choose to be patient, we’re reflecting the good character of God. Patience allows us to rest in His perfect timing and embrace the life He’s shaping for us. As we wait for His answers and His plan to unfold, we can be confident that God is using these moments to grow our character and deepen our relationship with Him.
We can practice patience by slowing down, taking deep breaths and remembering that God is with us in the waiting.
