Scripture:
“I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.” – Psalm 130:5 (NIV)
Waiting is often the hardest part of hope. We know the promises, but the fulfillment of those promises seems to take longer than we’d like. This is true both for Christ’s first coming and for His second coming. The people of Israel waited for generations for the Messiah to arrive. And we, as believers, continue to wait for His return. But in this waiting, we are not left without hope. Our hope is in the Lord, and we can trust that He is faithful to fulfill every promise in His perfect timing.
As we wait, we do so with expectancy—knowing that Christ is coming, and when He does, He will bring fullness and joy that will exceed our expectations.
Reflection:
What areas of your life require patient waiting? How can you cultivate a heart of expectancy while you wait for the fulfillment of God’s promises?
Prayer:
Lord, as I wait for Your promises to be fully realized, help me to wait with a heart of expectancy. I trust in Your timing and Your faithfulness. Fill me with hope as I look forward to the fulfillment of all Your promises. Amen.
