Waiting On God
"Waiting on God" in the Bible conveys a profound sense of trust, patience, and reliance on God’s timing and provision. The concept is often associated with the Hebrew word "qavah," which means to wait or look for with eager expectation (Isaiah 40:31). This waiting is not passive but involves an active engagement in prayer, worship, and obedience while trusting that God will fulfill His promises. For instance, Psalm 27:14 encourages believers to "wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" This illustrates that waiting on God fortifies the believer's faith and strengthens their resolve.Additionally, the New Testament also reflects this theme, particularly in the context of awaiting Christ's return and the fulfillment of God’s kingdom (Titus 2:13). Waiting on God signifies a deep-seated confidence in His sovereignty and goodness, recognizing that His timing is perfect. It is a call to remain steadfast in faith, even in times of uncertainty, echoing Lamentations 3:25-26, which states, "The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul that seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord." Thus, waiting on God is integral to the believer's spiritual journey, reflecting a heart attuned to God's will and timing.
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Be Still
By Leonard Ravenhill13K54:27Waiting On GodEXO 3:51KI 22:19PSA 46:7PSA 46:10ISA 40:26MAT 5:3LUK 21:34In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being still and knowing that God is in control. He encourages the audience to develop a deep and loving relationship with God. The preacher also mentions the need for a new verse to be written, expressing not only a love for Jesus but also a love for God. He shares a personal anecdote about preaching in a church and requesting the congregation to sing the hymn "My Faith Looks Up to Thee." The sermon also touches on the story of Moses and his encounter with God on the mountain, highlighting the transformative power of such experiences. The preacher warns against seeking blessings without giving anything in return and emphasizes the need to fully surrender to God. He mentions the concept of the bride of Christ and suggests that not everyone will be part of this select group. The sermon concludes with a reminder that God is with us, even in the midst of a chaotic world.
How to Pray - Part 2
By Jim Cymbala8.1K40:24The Power of PrayerWaiting On GodPrayer LifeISA 40:12Jim Cymbala emphasizes the importance of prayer, addressing common obstacles that hinder believers from effectively communicating with God. He highlights that many feel overwhelmed by their problems, discouraged by delays in answers, or fatigued from waiting, leading them to believe that God has forgotten them. Cymbala reassures the congregation of God's immense power and faithfulness, reminding them that God is always aware of their struggles and will respond in His perfect timing. He encourages believers to maintain their faith and strength through prayer, emphasizing that those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength.
Mounting Up With Eagles Wings - Part 1
By Leonard Ravenhill7.7K44:20OvercomingWaiting On GodStrength in GodEXO 19:4DEU 32:11JOB 39:27PSA 37:7PSA 103:5ISA 40:13ISA 40:22ISA 40:29MAT 11:28JHN 6:53Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the power and majesty of God as depicted in Isaiah 40, particularly focusing on the promise that those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength and soar like eagles. He contrasts the fleeting strength of youth with the enduring power of God, urging believers to embrace patience and trust in God's timing. Ravenhill illustrates how God, like an eagle, provides security and comfort to His people, encouraging them to rise above the challenges of a restless and impatient world. He calls for a deeper understanding of God's majesty and the importance of waiting on Him to experience true renewal and strength.
Waiting on God
By Chuck Smith3.1K30:48Waiting On GodPSA 37:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the commandment to wait on God, as mentioned in Isaiah 64:4 and 1 Corinthians 2:9. The speaker highlights the difficulty in obeying this commandment, particularly when pressured by others to take action. Examples from the Bible, such as Abraham waiting for a son, Jacob waiting for his bride, and Joseph waiting for his brothers to bow down to him, are given to emphasize the importance of patience and trust in God's timing. The speaker also mentions the moral downfall of the nation of Israel after the deaths of Moses and Joshua, and how God would raise up judges to lead the people back to Him.
Why God Waits
By Alan Martin2.2K00:00Waiting On GodEZK 18:30MAT 6:33LUK 15:1JAS 4:7In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of submitting to God and resisting the devil. He emphasizes the need to draw near to God and allow Him to draw near to us. The preacher also highlights the significance of training children to submit to God's will and the role of discipline in turning them from the wrong path. He reminds the audience that God's rebuke is meant to bring about repentance and that God takes no pleasure in the downfall of the wicked. The sermon references passages from James and Mark to support these teachings.
Wait
By Jim Cymbala2.2K17:06Waiting On God1SA 13:8In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of King Saul and his failure to wait for God's instructions. Samuel had instructed Saul to wait for seven days at Gilgal, but as the days passed, Saul became anxious and took matters into his own hands. Despite the worsening situation and the pressure to act, Saul failed the test of faith by not waiting for God's guidance. The preacher emphasizes the importance of waiting on God and trusting His timing, highlighting that God is never late. The sermon also highlights the tragic consequences of Saul's impatience and disobedience.
Put All Things Under the Feet of Jesus
By Derek Prince2.0K1:01:57HeadshipWaiting On GodHeadship of ChristPSA 118:13Derek Prince emphasizes the significance of placing all things under the feet of Jesus, drawing from Psalm 118 to illustrate how the Lord is our strength and salvation amidst struggles. He shares personal experiences of hardship and the necessity of God's chastening, urging believers to recognize Jesus as the head of the church and to maintain a direct relationship with Him. Prince highlights the importance of waiting on God and being led by the Holy Spirit, asserting that true growth and direction come from being connected to Christ. He warns against the dangers of losing this connection and encourages the church to seek God's initiative in all aspects of life.
Mounting With Wings
By Leonard Ravenhill2.0K58:14Waiting On GodStrength in AdversityFreedomEXO 19:4DEU 32:11JOB 39:27PSA 37:7PSA 103:5ISA 40:29MAT 11:28JHN 6:53EPH 2:6REV 4:1Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the power of waiting on the Lord, drawing from Isaiah 40:29-31, where God promises to renew the strength of those who trust in Him. He contrasts the majestic eagle, which soars high above the earth, with the impatience of modern society, urging believers to rise above their circumstances and live in the heavenly places God has prepared for them. Ravenhill illustrates how God, like an eagle, nurtures and strengthens His people, encouraging them to embrace their identity as children of God and to seek His presence for renewal and strength.
Not Yet Time
By Bill McLeod1.8K55:29Waiting On God2CH 7:14ISA 45:23MAT 21:13ROM 14:1ROM 14:12In this sermon, the preacher discusses the consequences of judging and criticizing others, particularly fellow Christians. He uses the example of King David, who committed adultery with Bathsheba and had her husband killed. As a result, David faced severe consequences, including the death of four of his sons. The preacher emphasizes that it is not our place to judge others, as God has already received them. He also warns against listening to the devil's lies and allowing him to destroy our spiritual lives and testimonies. The sermon concludes with a reminder that what comes out of our mouths reflects what is in our hearts, and we should be cautious of the words we speak.
Waiting on God (With Lessons From A. B. Simpson’s Testimony)
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.6K27:27Waiting On God2TI 2:20In this sermon, Dr. Simpson shares his experience of preaching and divine healing. He emphasizes that his sermons were not his own, but were given to him by Jesus Christ. He also discusses the importance of relying on God for healing and not relying on human plans or efforts. Dr. Simpson contrasts his approach to preaching with the common practice of trying to keep the audience entertained and highlights the need to abide in the presence of God.
Week of Meetings 05 Be Still and Know
By Benard Fell1.5K42:56Waiting On GodGEN 27:33PSA 37:7PSA 46:10ECC 3:11MAT 6:33ROM 8:282CO 12:9In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a brother who witnessed an auctioneer trying to sell a picture. While the auctioneer spoke about the picture's virtues and value, the brother's mind was focused on God, asking for deliverance. The preacher then discusses the story of Joseph, who was forgotten by the butler for two years before being released from prison. The sermon emphasizes the importance of finding time to sit at the feet of Jesus and meditate on His word, as the world's fast pace often hinders this practice. The preacher encourages the audience to present the glorious and transcendent person of Jesus Christ to others, allowing His presence to overshadow any human element.
Their Strength Is to Sit Still
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.5K27:11Waiting On GodPSA 37:7PSA 46:10PSA 62:1ISA 30:15MAT 6:25PHP 4:6HEB 4:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on God's guidance and power in our lives. He highlights that God orchestrates every joy and trial we experience and wants us to trust Him fully. The speaker warns against trying to accomplish things in our own strength, as it leads to dissipation of power and ineffective results. Instead, he encourages us to wait upon the Lord and seek His direction, knowing that without Him, we can do nothing.
Wait Upon the Lord
By Erlo Stegen1.3K1:34:02Waiting On GodDEU 6:24DEU 17:2MAT 2:7MAT 2:16JHN 15:4In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of Jesus shedding his blood as a proof of his commitment to his words. The sermon references the story of Rachel weeping for her children and the mourning and refusal to be comforted that followed. The preacher also highlights the rejoicing in heaven when the souls of those who died for Jesus came home. The sermon concludes by warning believers about the presence of "herods" or enemies seeking to destroy Jesus and the importance of remaining vigilant against such threats.
Wait on the Lord, Part 1
By Leonard Ravenhill991:01:15Waiting On GodTrust and ObediencePSA 46:10ISA 40:31PHP 4:6Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the importance of waiting on the Lord, drawing from Isaiah 40:31 to illustrate that those who wait upon God will renew their strength and soar like eagles. He reflects on the nature of God as everlasting and unchanging, encouraging believers to trust in His timing rather than their impatience. Ravenhill warns against the dangers of pride and the need for humility in our relationship with God, stressing that true worship and prayer require stillness and a heart aligned with God's will. He highlights the significance of obedience and the necessity of waiting on God to experience His blessings and guidance in our lives.
Wait on the Lord, Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill7917:04Waiting On The LordSpiritual RenewalWaiting On GodEXO 19:4JOB 1:8PSA 103:5ISA 40:31MAT 6:33ROM 8:372CO 12:9EPH 2:6PHP 4:131PE 5:7Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the importance of waiting on the Lord, using the analogy of eagles nurturing their young to illustrate God's care and the necessity of spiritual growth. He discusses how eagles must sometimes be pushed out of their comfort zones to learn to fly, paralleling this with the trials faced by Job, which serve to strengthen faith. Ravenhill encourages believers to rise above worldly distractions and live in the heavenly places, drawing strength from God to renew their spirits and fulfill their divine potential. He reminds the congregation that true strength comes from reliance on God rather than earthly possessions or status.
The Necessity of Waiting on God
By Phil Beach Jr.511:16:20Waiting On GodLove for GodPSA 25:5PSA 37:7PSA 40:1PSA 62:1ISA 30:18LAM 3:25MIC 7:7HAB 2:3JHN 14:211CO 2:9Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of waiting on God, urging the congregation to cultivate a posture of stillness and silence in His presence. He highlights that true waiting is not about presenting our agendas to God but about allowing Him to speak and reveal Himself to us. Through various scriptures, he illustrates that waiting is an expression of love for God and a necessary discipline for spiritual growth. The sermon calls for a collective commitment to waiting on the Lord, encouraging families to engage in this practice together. Ultimately, Beach Jr. reassures that in waiting, we will experience God's grace and revelation in profound ways.
Wait on the Lord
By Phil Beach Jr.3926:19Divine StrengthWaiting On GodISA 40:28Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the necessity of waiting on the Lord as a divine posture essential for spiritual growth and understanding. He highlights that true strength and patience come from God, not from human effort, and that waiting allows us to align our thoughts and actions with His will. Beach warns against the distractions of modern society that hinder our ability to wait and encourages believers to seek God's patience and strength through prayer and dependence on Him. He draws from Isaiah 40 to illustrate that waiting on the Lord leads to an exchange of our weakness for His strength, enabling us to partake in His divine purposes. Ultimately, he calls the congregation to cultivate a heart of waiting, which is vital for recognizing and responding to God's movements in our lives.
Waiting Patiently - Ps 37
By Phil Beach Jr.3927:28PatienceWaiting On GodTrusting GodPSA 27:14PSA 37:1PSA 130:5PRO 3:5ISA 40:31JER 29:11LAM 3:25MRK 7:6ROM 8:28PHP 4:6Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of waiting patiently on the Lord, sharing insights from a dream that inspired his message. He cautions against relying on dreams for direction, instead urging believers to seek guidance through prayer and the Word of God. Beach highlights that while some moral directives are clear in Scripture, other decisions require waiting for God's specific guidance. He encourages Christians to trust in the Lord, commit their ways to Him, and acknowledge Him in all aspects of life, assuring that God will direct their paths. Ultimately, he reassures that waiting on the Lord may feel like spinning in a whirlpool, but it is part of God's process in leading us.
He Acts for Those Who Wait for Him
By Shane Idleman2537:27Waiting On GodSpiritual AwakeningPSA 27:14ISA 40:31ISA 56:10ISA 62:6ISA 63:15ISA 64:1JER 29:11LAM 3:25MAT 7:7HEB 11:6Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of waiting on God, drawing from Isaiah 64, where the prophet pleads for God to rend the heavens and come down. He explains that waiting is not passive but involves worship, trust, and active seeking of God's presence. Idleman highlights that God acts for those who wait for Him, and this waiting is a condition for receiving His promises. He encourages the congregation to reflect on what they need God to act on in their lives, urging them to come forward in prayer and worship. The sermon calls for a deeper commitment to seeking God amidst the challenges of life.
Qualities That Measure Spiritual Maturity Part 2
By Phil Beach Jr.231:01:55Waiting On GodSpiritual MaturityISA 40:28Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of spiritual maturity, encouraging believers to wait on the Lord for strength and guidance. He highlights that true encouragement from God often comes with corrective words aimed at deepening our intimacy with Him. The sermon stresses that spiritual maturity involves putting away childish behaviors, developing qualities of love, and discerning good from evil through a deeper relationship with Christ. Beach reminds the congregation that their current struggles are part of God's plan to cultivate spiritual growth and maturity in their lives.
Waiting in the Will of God
By Shane Idleman1851:19Waiting On GodFaithfulness in TrialsGEN 40:8GEN 41:14Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of waiting in the will of God, using Joseph's story as a powerful example of enduring trials and delays. He highlights that waiting often involves discomfort and resistance, but it is during these times that God works deeply in our lives. Idleman encourages believers to remain faithful and humble, reminding them that destiny and dreams come with struggles and delays. He stresses the need for prayer, action, and a heart of repentance while waiting for God's timing, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and clarity. The sermon concludes with a call to recognize God's purpose in our pain and to seek a fresh fire in our relationship with Him.
God Doesn't Forget His Word to You
By Shane Idleman1445:53Waiting On GodGod's PromisesGEN 7:1PSA 119:49ISA 49:15HEB 11:7Shane Idleman delivers an encouraging message emphasizing that God does not forget His promises to us, highlighting the importance of waiting on God's timing and recognizing His voice amidst our doubts. He uses the story of Noah to illustrate how God acts on His promises, even after long periods of waiting, and encourages believers to trust in God's word and remain obedient. Shane reminds the congregation that waiting time is not wasted time, but a period of preparation and growth in faith. He stresses the need for constant communion with God to discern His will and the importance of repentance and obedience in our spiritual journey.
Waiting Upon the Lord
By Brian Guerin343:53Strength in StillnessWaiting On GodPSA 46:1PSA 46:10ISA 40:28ISA 40:31Brian Guerin emphasizes the significance of waiting upon the Lord, drawing from Psalms 46 and Isaiah 40 to illustrate how being still allows us to know God and experience His strength. He explains that waiting is not just a passive act but a powerful posture that leads to clarity and understanding of God's will in our lives. Guerin highlights that in our busy lives, we often miss the opportunity to encounter God and see Him exalted in our circumstances. He encourages the congregation to embrace stillness as a means to renew their strength and gain insight into their paths. Ultimately, waiting upon the Lord transforms our lives, enabling us to soar like eagles above our challenges.
Waiting on God (With Lessons From A. B. Simpson's Testimony)
By Hans R. Waldvogel1Practicing God's PresenceWaiting On GodPSA 46:10JHN 14:6JHN 17:24GAL 2:20PHP 4:6Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the importance of waiting on God and practicing His presence, drawing lessons from A. B. Simpson's testimony. He reflects on the struggle many face in silence, where distractions and thoughts can overwhelm, highlighting the need to be still and truly connect with God. Waldvogel encourages believers to seek solitude with Jesus, as it is in that stillness that one can experience His fullness and presence. He warns against the busyness of ministry that can lead to missing the essence of Christ in our lives. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper relationship with Jesus, where He becomes our all in all.
Just Wait on God
By A.W. Tozer0Waiting On GodSpiritual PreparationPSA 46:10PRO 3:5ISA 40:31HAB 2:20MAT 6:6MRK 16:15LUK 24:49ACT 1:14GAL 5:25JAS 1:19A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of waiting on God rather than being overly busy in religious activities. He critiques the tendency of Christians to rush into action without seeking divine guidance, using the example of Peter who was instructed to wait for the Holy Spirit before preaching. Tozer suggests that the Church would benefit from a period of inactivity to truly listen for God's direction, similar to the waiting period before Pentecost. He encourages believers to pause and seek God's will, recognizing that true power comes from being spiritually prepared. The sermon calls for a deeper reliance on God rather than mere busyness in ministry.