By Opeyemi Akinbo
The waiting season is something almost every one of us finds unpleasant. If you’ve ever had to wait by the roadside for someone, trying to reach them to no avail, even though they promised they were on their way, you’ll understand what I mean.
There are times when God seems silent, the waiting feels long, and trusting His timing feels like the hardest thing in the world.
In today’s fast-paced world, where we expect quick answers, it’s easy to get discouraged. But sometimes, God works through divine delays.
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Waiting is hard, especially when you’ve prayed, fasted, and hoped, yet nothing seems to change. But could it be that what looks like a delay is actually God’s way of protecting you?
Waiting can test your faith, but it can also deepen it.
Why God Makes Us Wait
- Growth Comes First
There’s a level of growth we need before we can handle certain things. Just as no father would give a car to a minor—even if he’s wealthy and loves his child, God won’t release some blessings until we’re spiritually mature enough for them. Giving us those things too early would be a risk, not a gift.
- Seasons of Preparation
Let’s assume the child has now grown and is ready to drive. The father would still need to enroll them in driving lessons to prepare for what lies ahead. That’s what the waiting season often is: a period of preparation where God shapes and molds us. It may not feel good, but it’s necessary for growth.
- Building Trust in God
After the waiting season is over, we come to truly experience God’s faithfulness. When He says He will come through, He will. Through that process, our trust is built, and we’re ready for the next level of faith.
What to Do While Waiting on God
- Pray Without Ceasing
Prayer isn’t just about asking God for things. It’s about communicating with Him, sharing your fears, frustrations, and hopes. Pour it all out. The wait becomes easier when you’re connected to the One you’re waiting on.
- Worship Through the Silence
Worship has always been my weapon. When I feel down, I turn to worship, and my focus shifts from the delay to the Deliverer. Even when you don’t feel like it, choose to worship. It declares that God is still good, even when He’s silent.
- Stay Obedient
Your attitude while waiting matters. Keep doing the last thing God told you to do. Stay faithful in service, in study, and in your calling. Don’t let waiting become an excuse to drift away. Find encouragement
- Remember God’s Faithfulness
Look back on past seasons where you had to wait and how God came through. Reflect on past testimonies. Revisit your journals. Let His track record strengthen your trust.
In Conclusion ; There’s Purpose in the Delay
We must understand that God’s delays are not His denials. Every moment spent in the waiting room of life is an opportunity for growth, preparation, and intimacy with Him.
It may feel like delay to you, but to God, it may be divine development.
I don’t know what you’re waiting for, but let this be a reminder: don’t mourn your waiting season, maximize it.
Have you ever had to wait on God for something? How was the experience?
