Quiet Time: Patience - Biblical Insight

When we think of serving others, it often feels like a rush to accomplish our tasks, but true service requires a patient heart. In Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus commands us to make disciples, to teach and nurture those around us. This calling is not merely about what we do, but how we do it.

Imagine a gardener tending to a young sapling. Each day, he visits with water and care, patiently waiting for growth to manifest, understanding that nature has its own timeline. This gardener knows that no amount of shouting at the tree will hasten its growth; instead, he cultivates a quiet trust in the process. Similarly, our service to others often unfolds in those quiet moments—when we listen patiently to a friend's struggles or offer a word of encouragement to a weary soul.

Patience in our service allows space for the Holy Spirit to work in both our hearts and the hearts of others. It teaches us that spiritual growth is not a sprint, but a journey, often slow and sometimes difficult. But in those moments of waiting, we learn to lean on God more deeply, finding comfort and peace in His timing.

Let us take these quiet times to reflect on our own patience. Are we rushing to serve, or are we inviting the stillness of God’s presence into our efforts? As we embrace this patience, we cultivate a community where love can flourish, and lives can be transformed by the very grace we seek to share.