Watch and wait patiently-He is coming! Today's passage is really applicable for me. My patience is wearing thin. Nerves are on edge. It is easy in a family especially, with those under the same roof to become frustrated with each other. James 5:7-8 reminds us a couple of times that the Lord's coming is near and to be patient until the Lord's coming. The day to day irritations are really minor in light of eternity. James reminds us of how a farmer waits for their crops to yield their fruit or vegetables. In order for this to happen though, the farmer has to go through rain. He has to go through the seasons just waiting until it is time.
Waiting Patiently As A Parent
It is hard to wait at times. As a parent, we get frustrated when we wait for our kids to pass through a phase in their life. Take for instance, sleeping through the night. We are so tired! Hopefully it won't take long but we have to be patient until they learn. God, our Father patiently waits for us to learn.
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