“I cry out to God; yes, I shout. Oh, that God would listen to me! When I was in deep trouble, I searched for the Lord. All night long I prayed, with hands lifted toward heaven, but my soul was not comforted. I think of God, and I moan, overwhelmed with longing for his help. Interlude You don’t let me sleep. I am too distressed even to pray! I think of the good old days, long since ended, when my nights were filled with joyful songs. I search my soul and ponder the difference now. Has the Lord rejected me forever? Will he never again be kind to me? Is his unfailing love gone forever? Have his promises permanently failed? Has God forgotten to be gracious? Has he slammed the door on his compassion?” Psalm 77:1-9 NLT
Do we cry aloud or do we wait patiently for the Lord? Famous has different ways of getting my attention. Sometimes he want me to hurry up, and he will sing his low howl indicating he wants something to happen now. But he also can petition me by coming and sitting directly in front of me, his unblinking eyes focused directly on mine. He makes no sound nor movement but indicates his attentive presence and his focused expectation.
How often do we resort to complaining to God rather than waiting on him to act? For many of us, waiting is tiresome. We should be able to find the expectant joy which comes from anticipating the very best from God in his perfect timing. Then, the waiting comes as part of our eternal journey.
Help me to be quiet and listen for Your direction and blessing today, O Savior!
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