Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who made heave and earth, for He has given King David a wise son, endowed with prudence and understanding, who will build a temple for the Lord and a royal house for himself! 2 Chronicles 2:12
Dear follower of Jesus Christ, do you desire to know the will of God? Then He is prepared to show it to you. He may not always show it exactly when or in the manner we would wish it to come. But He will not leave us without His guidance and care. In due time, sometimes after trouble or in tribulation, He will make His will known. The psalmist said, “Wait on the Lord” (Psalm 27:14). God told His people through His prophet Isaiah, “In quietness and confidence shall be your strength” (Isaiah 30:15). That quietness and dependence come when we wait upon the Lord, even as Hiram, who is speaking in today’s verse, was taught to do in his life of faithfulness.
If we are impatient and hear nothing, it is God’s choice to answer us with, “Not yet”. More is to come. As events unfurl, circumstances change, and our prayers remain persistent, the will of the Lord will be made known.
Isaiah said, “Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint” (Isaiah 40:31). Sooner or later, either with a yes or now, the will of God will be clarified. When it is, we will proceed with the power of the eagle and the persistence of the runner. May God grant you such a life and such a willing obedience to do His will. May we be found faithful.
Heavenly Father, thank You that You have a will and a plan for my life. Help me rely on You. Help me trust Your Word and lean not on my own understanding, but in all my ways acknowledge You. I believe You will lead my way and guide my path. Thank You for being faithful in the past. I claim Your promises for the future. May Your hand of blessing guide me as I seek to follow Your will. I pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Dr. R. Philip Roberts, Kansas City, MO