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Hope in Times of Waiting: 15 Bible Verses for Patience and Trust
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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com
Hope in Times of Waiting: 15 Bible Verses for Patience and Trust
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves waiting for something. It could be waiting for a job offer, waiting for healing, waiting for a breakthrough, or waiting for a loved one to return. Waiting can be challenging, and it often tests our patience and trust in God. But in times of waiting, we can find hope and encouragement in the timeless wisdom of the Bible. Let's explore 15 Bible verses that inspire patience and trust, and discover the hope that sustains us during these times.
"Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" - Psalm 27:14
"But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." - Isaiah 40:31
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6
"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9
"I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word, I hope." - Psalm 130:5
"Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming." - Matthew 24:42
"Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains." - James 5:7
"The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him." - Lamentations 3:25
"But as for me, I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me." - Micah 7:7
"But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience." - Romans 8:25
"For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the endβit will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay." - Habakkuk 2:3
"In hope he believed against hope, that he should become the father of many nations, as he had been told, 'So shall your offspring be.'" - Romans 4:18
"But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day." - 2 Peter 3:8
"Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.'" - Mark 10:27
"And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer, and perfecter of faith." - Hebrews 12:1-2
As we reflect on these Bible verses, we find that waiting is not wasted time. Instead, it is an opportunity for growth, trust, and hope. Just as Noah patiently waited for the flood to end, just as Abraham waited for the promised son, and just as Jesus waited for the appointed time to fulfill his mission, we too can find strength in waiting. It is during these seasons that we learn to surrender our desires and trust in God's perfect timing.
Dear reader, as you find yourself in a season of waiting, may you find solace in these verses and be reminded of God's faithfulness. May you cultivate patience and trust in your heart, knowing that God's plans for your life are far greater than you can imagine. Let your heart take courage, for God is with you every step of the way.
So we say with confidence, βThe Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?β β Hebrews 13:6
π₯Charles Mrope
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Dec 12, 2022
Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time. β Oswald Chambers
π₯Andrew Mahiga
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Dec 9, 2022
Trust in the Lord; He knows the way
π₯Rashid
Guest
Dec 4, 2022
Philippians 3:12-14 β "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."
π₯Lucy Kimotho
Guest
Dec 4, 2022
1 Peter 1:3-5 β "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by Godβs power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time."
π₯Nancy Komba
Guest
Dec 3, 2022
I love how quotes can speak so deeply with just a few words.
π₯Stephen Amollo
Guest
Nov 22, 2022
2 Corinthians 4:16-18 β "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."
π₯James Malima
Guest
Nov 10, 2022
Philippians 2:3-8 β "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to deathβeven death on a cross!"
π₯David Kawawa
Guest
Nov 10, 2022
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. β Numbers 6:24-26
π₯Jafari
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Nov 6, 2022
Such a positive message!
π₯Mary Njeri
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Nov 6, 2022
Just perfectβso motivating! π This quote speaks to my inner drive and ambition in ways that few words ever do. Itβs like fuel for my spirit, pushing me to keep striving toward my goals with passion and enthusiasm. Iβm feeling more motivated than ever after reading this, and I know itβs going to stick with me as a reminder to never give up, no matter how tough things get. Thank you for sharing something so energizing and encouraging!
π₯Chiku
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Oct 29, 2022
This one speaks volumes! π£
π₯Moses Kipkemboi
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Oct 21, 2022
This one really hit home. Iβm going to share it with my friends.
π₯Sharifa
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Oct 17, 2022
So much truth in this!
π₯James Kimani
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Oct 4, 2022
God is good, all the time!
π₯Athumani
Guest
Oct 3, 2022
Faith is not just for the mountaintop moments but for the valley days as well. β Unknown
π₯Hellen Nduta
Guest
Sep 26, 2022
Hebrews 12:1-3 β "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart."
π₯Emily Chepngeno
Guest
Sep 25, 2022
Faith is the bridge between where I am and where God is taking me. β Unknown
π₯Joy Wacera
Guest
Sep 22, 2022
He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it. β 1 Thessalonians 5:24
π₯Abubakar
Guest
Sep 19, 2022
Faith makes things possible, not easy. β Unknown
π₯Sharifa
Guest
Sep 19, 2022
Faith is taking God at His word, not doubting His promises. β Charles Spurgeon
π₯Tambwe
Guest
Sep 13, 2022
1 John 2:15-17 β "Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the worldβthe lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of lifeβcomes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever."
π₯Arifa
Guest
Sep 11, 2022
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. β Hebrews 11:1
π₯Issack
Guest
Sep 9, 2022
Ephesians 4:1-3 β "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."
π₯Yusra
Guest
Aug 26, 2022
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. β Romans 8:28
π₯Nicholas Wanjohi
Guest
Aug 16, 2022
Faith is the courage to face uncertainty with the assurance that God is in control. β Unknown
π₯Mwanaidha
Guest
Aug 12, 2022
Faith is the gaze of a soul upon a saving God. β A.W. Tozer
π₯Tambwe
Guest
Aug 12, 2022
This quote really resonates with me, especially during tough times. Thank you for sharing!
π₯Charles Mboje
Guest
Aug 10, 2022
Feeling inspired after reading!
π₯Jabir
Guest
Aug 9, 2022
The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are Godβs children. β Romans 8:16
π₯Agnes Lowassa
Guest
Aug 7, 2022
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. β Isaiah 41:10
π₯Betty Cheruiyot
Guest
Aug 6, 2022
Romans 14:7-9 β "For none of us lives for ourselves alone, and none of us dies for ourselves alone. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. For this very reason, Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living."
π₯Stephen Amollo
Guest
Aug 4, 2022
This quote gave me the clarity I was searching for. Thank you!
π₯Yusra
Guest
Jul 31, 2022
I can feel the wisdom in this quoteβitβs definitely one to remember.
π₯Rashid
Guest
Jul 25, 2022
Luke 12:22-24 β "Then Jesus said to his disciples: βTherefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn, yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds!β"
π₯Benjamin Kibicho
Guest
Jul 23, 2022
Faith is not about everything turning out okay, but being okay no matter how things turn out. β Anonymous
π₯Brian Karanja
Guest
Jul 21, 2022
For we live by faith, not by sight. β 2 Corinthians 5:7
π₯Ruth Wanjiku
Guest
Jul 18, 2022
I feel this on a deep level.
π₯Tabitha Okumu
Guest
Jul 5, 2022
1 Timothy 2:1-4 β "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all peopleβfor kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth."
π₯Kenneth Murithi
Guest
Jul 4, 2022
If God is for us, who can be against us? β Romans 8:31
π₯John Lissu
Guest
Jun 29, 2022
Faith reminds us that though we may not see the whole picture, God is painting a masterpiece. β Unknown
π₯Brian Karanja
Guest
Jun 16, 2022
Matthew 7:24-27 β "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash."
π₯Wande
Guest
Jun 14, 2022
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. β 2 Timothy 1:7
π₯Richard Mulwa
Guest
Jun 12, 2022
Beautiful and meaningful quote. πΈ
π₯Jane Muthui
Guest
Jun 1, 2022
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. β John 14:1
π₯Janet Sumari
Guest
May 24, 2022
This one speaks volumes!
π₯Jane Malecela
Guest
May 6, 2022
John 10:9-11 β "I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
π₯Anthony Kariuki
Guest
May 1, 2022
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. β 1 John 1:9
π₯Abdillah
Guest
Apr 27, 2022
Faith sees the invisible, believes the unbelievable, and receives the impossible. β Corrie ten Boom
π₯Jane Muthui
Guest
Apr 27, 2022
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. β James 1:22
π₯George Wanjala
Guest
Apr 23, 2022
Faith is trusting God even when you donβt understand His plan. β Unknown
π₯Frank Macha
Guest
Apr 21, 2022
Through Christ, we receive God's abundant mercy
π₯Kenneth Murithi
Guest
Apr 20, 2022
This quote is pure wisdom.
π₯Shabani
Guest
Apr 2, 2022
God is within her; she will not fall; God will help her at break of day. β Psalm 46:5
π₯Samuel Were
Guest
Mar 31, 2022
For we walk by faith, not by sight. β 2 Corinthians 5:7
π₯Janet Mwikali
Guest
Mar 30, 2022
Titus 3:3-7 β "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life."
π₯Joyce Aoko
Guest
Mar 21, 2022
Faith is the path to peace, trusting in God who never fails. β Unknown
π₯Joseph Mallya
Guest
Mar 18, 2022
Romans 14:10-12 β "You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister? Or why do you treat them with contempt? For we will all stand before Godβs judgment seat. It is written: 'As surely as I live,' says the Lord, 'every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God.' So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God."
π₯Tabitha Okumu
Guest
Mar 13, 2022
Your faith can move mountains, and your doubt can create them. β Unknown