When God Has You Waiting: Trusting Him in the Meantime
- Shae’ Speaks Truth💜
- May 18
- 4 min read
Let’s be real—waiting is hard. Especially when you’ve prayed, fasted, stayed faithful, and still… nothing. No answer. No shift. No breakthrough. It can feel like God pressed pause while life keeps moving all around you.
But if you look through the pages of Scripture, you’ll see a pattern—waiting has always been part of the journey for those who walk with God. Not because He’s trying to frustrate us, but because He’s preparing us.
Waiting isn’t a punishment. It’s a process. And sometimes, it’s the very place where trust is built and faith is refined.
Abraham & Sarah: When the Wait Feels Like Forever
God told Abraham he’d be the father of many nations. But he and Sarah waited 25 years for that promise to be fulfilled (Genesis 12–21). That’s over two decades of questions, doubt, aging bodies, and quiet nights staring at the stars wondering, “God… when?”
“Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping…” — Romans 4:18 (NLT)
Let that sink in. No reason for hope, but he kept hoping. That’s real faith.
Questions to reflect on:
What has God promised you that hasn’t come to pass yet?
Have you allowed discouragement to replace your hope?
Can you still believe even when there’s no evidence in sight?
God didn’t forget His promise to Abraham. And He hasn’t forgotten what He told you either.
Joseph: When the Dream Feels Distant
Joseph had a dream from God—big, bold, and clear. But before the dream came true, he was betrayed, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and thrown in prison. Thirteen years passed before that dream met its moment (Genesis 37–50).
“Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character.” — Psalm 105:19 (NLT)
The waiting didn’t kill the dream—it shaped the man who would carry it.
Ask yourself:
Could it be that God is using this season to develop you, not delay you?
What areas of your character is He fine-tuning right now?
Joseph never stopped trusting, and when the moment came, he was ready. So will you be.
Hannah: When the Waiting Feels Heavy
Hannah longed for a child, but year after year, she remained barren. She was mocked, misunderstood, and heartbroken. But she kept praying (1 Samuel 1). She didn’t let her sorrow turn into silence.
“I am praying out of my great anguish and sorrow.” — 1 Samuel 1:16 (NLT)
God heard her. He always does.
Encouragement for the weary:
Your tears matter. God keeps record of every one (Psalm 56:8).
Don’t let unanswered prayers convince you God doesn’t care.
Keep showing up in prayer—even when it’s raw and unfiltered.
Hannah’s story reminds us: the waiting room is not a forgotten place. It’s often where miracles are conceived.
David: When You Know You’re Called, But It’s Not Time
David was anointed king as a young man. But instead of heading straight to the throne, he spent 15 years running, hiding, and being hunted. Can you imagine knowing your calling but watching your life fall apart?
“But I trust in you, O Lord… My times are in your hands.” — Psalm 31:14–15 (NLT)
David could’ve forced it. But he waited for God’s timing—and because of that, his reign had favor and longevity.
Think on this:
Are you trusting God’s timing, or are you trying to rush His process?
What would change if you really believed that your life is in His hands?
Waiting in the wilderness teaches you things the palace never will.
Jesus: Even He Waited
Yes, even Jesus waited. He was the Son of God, yet He didn’t start His ministry until age 30. He wasn’t in a rush—even when others tried to push Him ahead of schedule.
“Jesus replied, ‘Now is not the right time for me to go…’” — John 7:6 (NLT)
Jesus shows us the beauty of timing. He trusted the Father’s calendar, not the crowd’s expectations.
Ask yourself:
Are you moving with God’s pace, or the pressure of people?
Would you still be faithful if your promise came years from now?
If Jesus waited, we can too. And we don’t wait alone—we wait with Him.
Encouragement While You Wait
Waiting isn’t easy. But it’s not empty either. Here are two promises you can hold onto:
“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength…” — Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
“Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for Him to act.” — Psalm 37:7 (NLT)
Strength comes in the waiting. Peace comes in the trusting. And God always moves at the right time.
Final Thought
You’re not the only one who’s had to wait on God. You’re in good company—Abraham, Joseph, Hannah, David, and even Jesus waited.
So if it feels like nothing’s happening, remind your heart: God is still working. He’s not behind schedule. He’s building something in you that’s just as important as what you’re waiting for.
Stay faithful. Stay planted. Stay expectant. The story isn’t over—and neither is your miracle.
From a Daughter’s Broken Heart,
Shae’💔
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