If we refuse to concede defeat

I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I hope; my soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen for the morning. (Psalm 130:5-6 ESV)

Sometimes problems persist even when you feel you’ve already done all you could: You’ve been praying, reading, and following God’s Word, claiming His promises, and trying to trust Him. Still you see no answer, which can be discouraging.

If God is working in your life to bring out a special quality, the process may take some time. Lumps of coal aren’t turned into diamonds overnight; so it is with our lives.

When you think you’ve reached the end of your rope, just hold on a little longer. Patience is often the key that opens the door to God’s blessings, and sometimes we must be content to wait for His answer. While we may expect God to put an end to our problems right now, He may know that later is a better time. God’s timing is impeccable. “He has done all things well.” Trust Him!

Faith is believing. Faith is trusting. Faith refuses to be robbed of its joy and peace by circumstances or challenges.

If we refuse to concede defeat, but rather hold on to God no matter what, if we determine to believe His promises, even though we may not see the fulfillment immediately, we can trust that God will always come through for us and will work in everything that happens to us for our good. [1]

If you’re worried and you can’t sleep, Just count your blessings instead of sheep, and you’ll fall asleep counting your blessings. - Irving Berlin

[1] Anchor All Things Well