Let us be "imitators of those who through faith and perseverance inherit the promises." (Net)
This scripture from Hebrews 6:12 has been a great encouragement to me as I’ve worked through many issues. It takes on a new sheen as I enter the world of publishing. Having recently gotten two pieces accepted for publication (Glory to God), I am finding there’s a long lag time between submission and publication. That’s why writing this blog is so satisfying. Poof, it’s published! But my first magazine piece isn’t going to be out until the end of the year and the other one that is scheduled isn’t until next spring. Aah, I’m trusting that will be God’s timing. With the Lord, a thousand years is as a day and vice versa. What patience He has to accomplish his purposes.
And, what patience he asks us to pursue. If I didn’t have patience before becoming a writer, I’d have to develop it now!
How much we all need perseverance/patience. Some of us are waiting for health. Some of us are waiting for the new body. Some of us are waiting for a spouse. Some of us are waiting for children. A few of us have given up waiting for anything good and feel hopeless today. We must add patience to our faith to inherit his promises.
Jesus, you are patient with us. Give us your patience, so we can be patient with you.