This is an excerpt of an article I recently read in our church magazine. It really encouraged me, and I thought I would share it with you to encourage you. The writer is Hal Donaldson.
“Are you praying for God to issue you new marching orders in 2008? Perhaps you sense a change is coming, but you don’t know what it is. You simply long for God to make His way clear to you and bring an end to your waiting game. If that describes your circumstance, please know that you are not alone.
Following are principles to ensure you don’t just tread water while waiting on the Lord’s direction:
1. Remain persistent in prayer. Breakthroughs can come through fasting, daily prayer, and Bible reading.
2. Don’t be afraid to engage in candid conversation with God. But, be wary of sharing your frustrations with too many people-especially those that you can’t trust.
3. Consider yourself a servant-in-training. and take advantage of the opportunities God places before you where you are. No task is too big or small.
4. Remember, waiting on God isn’t an excuse for not working for God.
5. Remain faithful to your current responsibility. Don’t become so preoccupied with your future that you neglect your obligations.
6. Do not be in a hurry. God will open doors at the right time. Making a move at the wrong time will only lead to unnecessary hardship.
7. If you don’t have clarity, don’t move in a direction that may prove to be the wrong one. That will only cost you time if you’re forced to retrace your steps. Faith is hearing from God and stepping out. Presumption is stepping out and hoping God is going before you.
8. Seek the counsel of a godly pastor, or senior adult. God confirms His plans for us in prayer, by His Word and through others.
9. If you make a mistake, embrace God’s mercy and grace and ask Him to help you get on the right path.
10. Remind yourself that God is more concerned about your spiritual growth and obedience today than He is in your location or job title tomorrow.”