What to Do While Waiting on God

Text: “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk, and not faint.” — Isaiah 40:31 (KJV)

Introduction: The Challenge of Waiting Waiting is one of the hardest disciplines of faith. We live in a world of instant everything, but God works on Kingdom time, not convenience time.

• Abraham waited 25 years for Isaac.
• Joseph waited 13 years from the pit to the palace.
• David waited years after being anointed before becoming king. Waiting isn’t wasted in God’s kingdom—it is preparation.

While You Wait, Pray with Expectation

• Waiting is not idleness—keep praying.
• “Wait on the LORD… and He shall strengthen thine heart” (Psalm 27:14).
• Pray with confidence: “Lord, I believe You are working even when I cannot see it.”
• Like Elijah, keep looking for the cloud. Expect God to move.

While You Wait, Worship Instead of Worry

• Paul and Silas worshiped at midnight in prison (Acts 16:25).
• Worship transforms the waiting room into a sanctuary.
• Worry drains strength, worship renews it.
• Sometimes your song becomes the bridge to your breakthrough.

While You Wait, Work Faithfully Where You Are

• David returned to shepherding after being anointed.
• Waiting seasons are working seasons.
• Stay faithful in the small things.
• Jesus said faithfulness today prepares you for what’s coming tomorrow.

While You Wait, Walk in Obedience

• Waiting doesn’t mean doing nothing—it means not running ahead of God.
• Abraham and Sarah moved ahead of God with Hagar, causing lasting conflict.
• When God says “Wait,” it’s protection, not punishment.
• Obey what God has already revealed and trust Him with what’s next.

While You Wait, Watch for God’s Timing

• “Though it tarry, wait for it, because it will surely come” (Habakkuk 2:3).
• God’s promises have an appointed season.
• You can’t rush spring in winter—seeds need time.
• God is never late, His timing is always right.

Conclusion: Waiting Produces Strength

• Waiting renews strength—God strengthens you in stages:

  • Sometimes you fly.
  • Sometimes you run.
  • Sometimes you simply walk without fainting.
• In every season, His strength sustains you.

Closing Prayer Heavenly Father, teach us to wait with patience, faith, and trust. Fill our waiting with prayer, worship, and faithful service. Help us obey You in small things and trust You in big things. Renew our strength so we may walk and not faint. In Jesus’ name, Amen.