Scripture: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” - Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
In life, it’s easy to feel like we’re racing against the clock. We want things to happen on our schedule, according to our plans. Whether it’s waiting for a career breakthrough, the right relationship, or God’s direction for the next step, uncertainty often creeps in when our timing doesn’t match God’s. We start to wonder: Is God listening? Is He taking too long?
When faced with challenges or periods of waiting, it can be hard to stay hopeful. We may be tempted to rely on our own strength or try to make things happen in our timing. But the Bible reminds us that God’s timing is perfect, even when we can’t see it. And while waiting can be difficult, it’s in these moments that our faith is strengthened, and we learn to trust Him more deeply.
Trusting the Process
One of the hardest things to do as a Christian is to trust God’s timing when things seem uncertain or delayed. I’ve been there—waiting for what felt like forever, wondering when I’d see the answers I was hoping for. There were times when I found myself struggling with doubt and fear, questioning whether God had forgotten about me. But the beautiful thing about God’s timing is that He is never late. While our timing may feel like a delay, God’s plans for us are always on time. He sees the bigger picture that we can’t yet understand, and we can trust that He is working everything together for our good.
I’ve seen God’s timing at work in my life in ways I couldn’t have predicted. There was a season when I desperately wanted a change in my career, yet doors seemed to keep closing. I felt stuck and frustrated. But as I continued to wait, trusting in His timing, God opened an opportunity I could never have imagined. Looking back, I see how all the seemingly “closed doors” were God’s way of redirecting me toward something even better. In that season of waiting, He was refining my heart, teaching me patience, and growing my trust in His perfect plan.
The Waiting is Never Wasted
It’s easy to view waiting as wasted time. We often think that if we’re not actively working toward something, we’re falling behind. But waiting in faith is never wasted. In fact, it can be one of the most fruitful seasons of your life. While waiting, God works in ways that we cannot always see or understand. He is preparing us for the blessings to come, building our character, and deepening our trust in Him.
In Romans 5:3-4, we’re reminded that “we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” The waiting period in our lives produces something beautiful—perseverance and a deeper character rooted in faith. Waiting refines us, teaches us to trust in God’s goodness, and builds the foundation for the blessings ahead.
From Fear to Faith
The biggest hurdle during waiting is fear. We fear the unknown. We fear that things won’t work out. But when we choose faith over fear, something incredible happens—our hearts are aligned with God’s will. Fear tells us that we’re alone in the waiting. Faith tells us that God is with us every step of the way.
When I look back at the times in my life when fear tried to take hold, I remember how God was always present, even in the most uncertain moments. There were seasons when fear seemed so overwhelming—when I didn’t know what the next step would look like or if things would ever get better. But each time, I chose to surrender my fear to God, choosing to trust in His promises and in His perfect timing.
One of my favorite reminders during times of uncertainty is Isaiah 41:10, which says: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” These words reassure me that fear has no place when we trust in God. He is always with us, strengthening us through the process.
God’s Timing and His Peace
The beauty of trusting God’s timing is that He gives us peace even in the waiting. When we release control and surrender our plans to Him, He replaces anxiety with peace. Philippians 4:6-7 tells us, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
This peace doesn’t come from knowing the outcome but from knowing that God holds our future in His hands. It’s the kind of peace that surpasses all human understanding, a peace that guards our hearts when the world around us feels uncertain.
A Personal Testimony of Faith Over Fear
There was a season in my life when everything seemed to be going wrong. I was overwhelmed, questioning my choices, and wondering if things would ever align the way I had hoped. It was in this season of frustration and fear that I truly learned what it meant to trust in God’s timing.
It wasn’t easy, but every day I chose to pray, trusting that God had a plan. Slowly but surely, things began to shift. Opportunities I had been praying for started to materialize in unexpected ways. Looking back, I see how much God was teaching me during that season of waiting. It was in those moments that my faith grew stronger, and I learned to trust not just in what God could do for me, but in His love and goodness, even when I didn’t see the results right away.
Conclusion: Trusting God’s Perfect Timing
If you find yourself in a season of waiting or uncertainty, I want to encourage you today: trust that God’s timing is perfect. Faith over fear means letting go of control and choosing to rest in God’s promises. Even when things feel uncertain, know that He is at work. He is making a way, even when we don’t see it, and He is with you every step of the way.
Remember, His timing is never late and never early—it’s always perfect. So, while you wait, continue to trust. Continue to have faith. And watch how God’s plan unfolds in ways that are far better than anything you could have imagined.
