As we present our questions to God out of life perplexities, we are to wait upon Him for answers by faith. As we delve into today's text we will learn how to wait for Him.
Habakkuk 2:1-3
1 I will stand at my watch and station myself on the ramparts; I will look to see what he will say to me, and what answer I am to give to this complaint.
The LORD’s Answer
2 Then the LORD replied: “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets
so that a herald may run with it. 3 For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.
Review
How can we ask God in the right way?
1. Stop to think
2. Remember biblical principles of God’s character
3. If still in doubts, we must commit problems to God in faith
2:1, “I will stand at my watch and station myself on the ramparts; I will look to see what he will say to me, and what answer I am to give to this complaint.”
How do we wait for God’s answer?
1. We must detach ourselves from the problem.
“I will stand at my watch and station myself on the ramparts; I will look to see what he will say to me, and what answer I am to give to this complaint.”
Philippines 4:6-7 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
2. Expect an answer from God.
“I will watch and see”
3. Wait patiently for His answer.
Hebrews 6:15And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised
Psalm 40:1I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry.
Romans 8:25But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.
Faith Rewarded
2 Then the LORD replied: “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets
so that a herald may run with it. 3 For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.
God will always honor His promises.