Scriptural Insight: Patience - Application

Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” This scripture speaks to the profound power of patience, especially in our sacred calling to ministry. Here, the act of waiting is not a passive resignation; it is an active, faithful engagement with God.

Consider the eagle, a magnificent creature that embodies patience through its soaring flight. Before it spreads its wings, the eagle goes through a preparation process, waiting for the right winds to lift it. Similarly, our spiritual growth often demands a season of waiting, where we trust that God is working behind the scenes, even when we can't see it.

In our ministries, we may feel the weight of urgency to produce results, to see lives changed immediately. But God calls us to lean into patience, to trust in His timing. This doesn’t mean we do nothing; rather, we remain faithful in our tasks—praying, serving, and loving our communities—while trusting that God is orchestrating a divine purpose for each moment we invest.

As you reflect on your own journey, ask yourself: What areas require a little more waiting? Where do you need to trust God for strength beyond your own? In the waiting, may you find not just endurance but renewal, emerging stronger, just like the eagle soaring high, fulfilling the sacred calling that God has placed on your life.