Faithful Waiting: Trusting God in Silence

As I reflect on this past Sunday’s sermon, I am reminded of the profound truth that our faith is rooted in trust, especially in times of waiting and silence. We often find ourselves in seasons where God's answers seem delayed, much like waiting in a long drive-thru line—an experience many of us can relate to. That feeling of impatience, anxiety, and wondering if the line will ever move mirrors our spiritual journey when we pray and wait for God's intervention.

In our message, we explored how Habakkuk’s honest lament teaches us that faith dares to speak openly with God, even when the answers are hard to accept. Habakkuk’s cry, “How long, O Lord?” was not a sign of weak faith but an act of raw honesty that God invites us to bring before Him. And just as God responded to Habakkuk with clarity and reassurance, He calls us to live by faith—trusting even when the path ahead is unclear.

One key takeaway from the sermon is that waiting is not passive. Habakkuk’s decision to climb up to his watchtower and stand at his guard post exemplifies active faith—remaining engaged, dependent, and expectant. We are reminded that faith involves moving forward in obedience, even in the silence, trusting that God is at work behind the scenes. Sometimes, our tendency is to talk about trusting God, but true faith moves us to wait patiently and faithfully, knowing that God's promises are sure and that His glory will fill the earth.

The sermon also challenged us to be cautious of the “progress illusion”—the false sense of accomplishment we get when we talk about trusting God or planning to act, without actually stepping into obedience. Trusting God means more than just speaking about it; it means living it out, especially in seasons of uncertainty. We are called to write down God's promises, keep them at the forefront of our minds, and return to them when doubts creep in.

Finally, we are encouraged to anchor our hope in His glory, trusting that even when evil seems to prevail, God's plan is unfolding. The promise that “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord” reminds us that God's victory is certain, even if it’s not on our timeline. When we find ourselves in Holy Saturday—between Good Friday and Easter Sunday—we are invited to wait with faith, knowing that resurrection and new life are coming.

So, as we go into this week, I encourage you to examine where you are waiting. Are you in a drive-thru line of life, feeling stuck and wondering if God is listening? Remember, He is on His throne, and His timing is perfect. Let’s choose to wait in faith, trusting that He is working even in the silence. And may we be inspired by Habakkuk’s example—to stand watch, write down His promises, live by faith, and anchor our hope in His glorious plan.

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