Learning to Wait on the Lord
Last month, I shared a bit about the season I presently find myself in, how the newness of it all has challenged me to slow down, get less done, and be okay with it, as I’m being called to be present and embrace the beautiful gift the Lord has given me in being a mom.
The beautiful thing about slowing down is that you have more time to pray, sit, and listen for guidance and direction. Something I’ve learned about myself is that I can be impulsive when it comes to starting something new. I can easily get ahead of myself; I already see the finished product without considering the work and steps it will take to get there, or whether that’s even what the Lord is calling me to do.
I am always planning and thinking about the next thing. I love the thrill of creativity; I’m easily inspired and excited to see my ideas and plans become a reality. But I can also lack patience at times, which can get me into trouble, because I may not be giving myself the time to wait for God’s direction or green light.
I read something recently that said, “It doesn’t matter if it’s good—just make it exist.” At first, my ambitious, impatient self thought this quote was so great. I thought, absolutely, this is something I can get behind. So what if my idea hasn’t been fully thought out or processed? It doesn’t have to be perfect; let’s just make it happen, and we can worry about the mistakes afterward.
However, there is so much wrong with this statement, and it certainly is not what we are taught in Scripture. This kind of advice prioritizes creation for its own sake rather than acting with obedience, wisdom, and a sensitivity to God’s will.
On the contrary, we are warned against acting hastily or without discernment (Proverbs 19:2). God cares not just that something exists, but whether it is good and aligned with Him. We are called to wait on the Lord, and Scripture assures us that those who diligently seek and focus on God will receive guidance.
Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
I want to get better at waiting on the Lord with Above the Sun. I want to be better at seeking His direction in all aspects because I believe He cares about the details. Especially now that I have a newborn, I want to be intentional about the opportunities I say yes to. The plans and ideas I have, I don’t want to rush. I want to wait on the Lord before acting on any decision. Pop-ups, events, and opportunities don’t always have to be a yes, and maybe they are, but not right now. Good things can take time, and that’s more than okay.
I encourage you to reflect: Are there areas where you need to slow down, wait on God, and trust His timing? Take a moment to pause, pray, and listen for His guidance before acting.