We dread waiting in line at the grocery store, waiting in traffic, and waiting on payday. We avoid it at all costs. Waiting is often seen as the wasteland between where we are and where we want to be. The ancient figures in our Bible were familiar with expectation and anticipation. They clung to the promise of a Savior and awaited one who would bring freedom. They suffered in the agony of the wasteland.
One day the promise of the Savior burst into reality. Yet, He came in unexpected form. There was no pomp and circumstance. Rather, there was a baby born in a manger.
The faithful people of our day celebrate the birth of a Savior and also await his second coming. We long for the day He returns for his church. We are filled with expectation and anticipation … but it will be worth it.
“Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” – 2 Timothy 4:8
Here’s “Good Things Come” by Fielder, the duo of Skye Peterson and Addison Agen:
Jeff Gravens 