Beauty That Is Well Worth The Wait

BEAUTY THAT IS WELL WORTH THE WAIT

By:  Julie Souza Bradley Lilly

“The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish,” – 2 Peter 3:9a

Sometimes prayers are answered suddenly, while other times the answer can only be seen by looking back over our shoulder.  In retrospect, the slowly unfolding events of our lives blossom into breathtaking answers to prayer.  While we love those split-second answers, it can be so satisfying and comforting to reflect back and clearly see the masterful hand of God working through people and circumstances over time.  

Lord, it is such a simple prayer, but one that is so needful of being prayed. Help us to remember to look back every now and then, so we can recognize and acknowledge Your answers, see Your faithfulness and thank You for them.  As we look back, may we marvel at Your handiwork, meticulous attention to detail and tender care that You put into all of your works.  Because we have held your hand in every season, I pray we will recognize Your fingerprints that crafted every answer, and receive them as gifts of love from an adoring Father.

Father, we thank You that whether suddenly or over a season of time, Your answers declare that You are mindful of us, You hear the cries of our hearts, You are moved with compassion and You answer.  We thank You and bless You, knowing that the beauty of Your answer will be well worth the wait. In Jesus’ Name ❤️

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