ANTICIPATION

TODAY’S VERSE

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 (ESV)

TODAY’S THOUGHT
I often wrestle with waiting. I get so impatient. I have things to do and places to be. And waiting, well, that’s when all the negative thinking starts to play in my head. If I can just stay busy, I don’t have to face my issues. But waiting on God can be different. It can be a time of renewal, a time of reenergizing ourselves in the presence of God. It is communing with Him and gaining strength and courage from knowing more about His power and love available for our life. When we truly understand this, waiting transforms into anticipation. When we comprehend the depths to which God wants to renew us, it builds our anticipation that God has something wonderful in store for us, and we eagerly wait for it. As children, we joyfully anticipated our presents on Christmas morning. How much more should we wait eagerly for God to meet all our needs, direct our paths, give us the peace that passes all understanding, and lavish us with His love? Today, take courage, be hopeful and wait on the Lord.

TODAY’S PRAYER
Dear Father, I come waiting, anticipating all the good that You have for me. Renew my strength, encourage my heart, and fill me with Your peace. Today, I will wait on You.
AMEN

Ron Ovitt is an author, ordained minister, pastoral counselor, recovery coach, and President of Empower Ministry. Besides his lifetime experience of teaching and preaching, Ron has given over 500 lectures on habits, addictions, and emotional & spiritual-related topics. For information on his books, videos, and podcasts, go to www.ronovitt.com<http://www.ronovitt.com>