Journeying With Wisdom

In our walk with Christ, we often pray with fervent hope, asking for healing, direction, or companionship. And when something appears that resembles our prayer, we may be tempted to grab hold of it immediately, declaring it the fulfillment of God’s promise. But sometimes, the answer is not a destination—it’s an invitation to walk slowly, with trust.

We live in a world that celebrates instant gratification. But the Kingdom of God moves differently. It teaches us that not all gifts are meant to be unwrapped the moment they arrive. Some blessings come in seed form, requiring time, nurturing, and discernment.

The Wisdom of Baby Steps

When we rush to claim a gift before it’s fully formed, we risk distorting its purpose. What may be intended as a friendship, a season of healing, or a time of spiritual growth, can be misinterpreted as the final answer to our prayer. And in doing so, we may miss the deeper work God is doing in our hearts.

This truth also speaks profoundly to those walking through grief. When we lose someone who was woven into the fabric of our daily life, the world doesn’t just feel emptier—it feels unfamiliar. And in that unfamiliarity, we may long for clarity, for purpose, for signs that healing is near. But grief doesn’t follow a schedule. And neither does God’s restoration.

Sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is simply wait—not passively, but prayerfully. Trusting that even in our sorrow, God is working.

A Personal Story of Waiting and Wonder

Years ago, I prayed for God to send me my dream man. And He did—but the journey didn’t unfold the way I expected. It took twelve years before he believed enough in the relationship to ask me to marry him. I never pushed, but I knew he was and is and will always be my soulmate. I asked him why, after always saying he’d never marry again, he changed his mind. His answer was simple, yet profound: “I want to thank God for our relationship because I never thought it’s possible.”

That moment reminded me that God’s answers often come slowly, but when they do, they carry a depth and beauty that only time can shape. It wasn’t just about receiving the gift—it was about letting the gift grow, mature, and become something sacred.

Scriptures That Guide Us in Waiting

• Ecclesiastes 3:1 – “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” God’s timing governs all things.
• Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength…” Waiting renews strength.
• Proverbs 19:2 – “Desire without knowledge is not good—how much more will hasty feet miss the way!”
• James 1:4 – “Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” Healing requires time.
• Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted…” God draws near in our pain.
• Isaiah 61:3 – “…beauty instead of ashes…” God transforms mourning into joy.

These verses remind us that God is near, and that the story isn’t over.

Letting the Picture Unfold

You may not see the full picture now. That’s okay. Faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting the Artist while the canvas is still incomplete. Let each day be a brushstroke. Let your tears be prayers. Let your memories be sacred. And let your heart remain open to the quiet ways God is still speaking. And above all, let your faith lead—not haste —God’s gifts arrive fully formed in His time. Whether you’re figuring out a new relationship or learning to breathe again after loss, God’s timeline is tender, wise, and always worth the wait.