Supernatural Patience
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’” - 2 Corinthians 12:9
Patience isn’t exactly my strong suit. Can you relate? I’ve spent a lot of time outdoors, claiming to love fishing and hunting. But if I’m honest, it’s not the waiting that excites me, it’s the catching and shooting. Waiting is tough for me, whether it’s sitting in traffic or standing in line.
We often find ourselves waiting for something: waiting for summer to start, waiting for kids to go back to school. It feels like a constant cycle of waiting. So, are you naturally patient, or do you struggle like me? If you’re naturally impatient, there’s good news.
Here’s a remarkable truth from God’s Word: People who are naturally impatient can become supernaturally patient through God’s power. You see, God can replace our natural tendencies with His supernatural qualities.
As He says in 2 Corinthians 12:9, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God’s grace provides a supernatural solution for our natural weaknesses. His presence and power, through the Holy Spirit, transform our lives.
When the Holy Spirit comes to dwell within us, He brings fruit with Him, and one of those fruits is patience. But here’s the thing: fruit is not just given; it is also grown. Have you ever seen someone make a spiritual decision, only to stumble shortly after? It’s a common experience.
I remember a parent emailing me after their child’s middle school camp experience, worried because their child, newly saved and baptized, was still struggling with typical teenage behaviors. My response? I don’t think their child is lost. I think their child is just 13. Spiritual growth, or sanctification, is a process. It’s about becoming more like Christ over time, not instant perfection.
If you’re struggling with patience, don’t be discouraged. Understand that God’s grace and power are at work in your life, growing you from the inside out. Embrace the process of sanctification, knowing that while you may not see immediate perfection, God is working to make you more like Christ. The Holy Spirit is at work, cultivating the fruit of patience in your life, one day at a time.
Patience isn’t exactly my strong suit. Can you relate? I’ve spent a lot of time outdoors, claiming to love fishing and hunting. But if I’m honest, it’s not the waiting that excites me, it’s the catching and shooting. Waiting is tough for me, whether it’s sitting in traffic or standing in line.
We often find ourselves waiting for something: waiting for summer to start, waiting for kids to go back to school. It feels like a constant cycle of waiting. So, are you naturally patient, or do you struggle like me? If you’re naturally impatient, there’s good news.
Here’s a remarkable truth from God’s Word: People who are naturally impatient can become supernaturally patient through God’s power. You see, God can replace our natural tendencies with His supernatural qualities.
As He says in 2 Corinthians 12:9, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God’s grace provides a supernatural solution for our natural weaknesses. His presence and power, through the Holy Spirit, transform our lives.
When the Holy Spirit comes to dwell within us, He brings fruit with Him, and one of those fruits is patience. But here’s the thing: fruit is not just given; it is also grown. Have you ever seen someone make a spiritual decision, only to stumble shortly after? It’s a common experience.
I remember a parent emailing me after their child’s middle school camp experience, worried because their child, newly saved and baptized, was still struggling with typical teenage behaviors. My response? I don’t think their child is lost. I think their child is just 13. Spiritual growth, or sanctification, is a process. It’s about becoming more like Christ over time, not instant perfection.
If you’re struggling with patience, don’t be discouraged. Understand that God’s grace and power are at work in your life, growing you from the inside out. Embrace the process of sanctification, knowing that while you may not see immediate perfection, God is working to make you more like Christ. The Holy Spirit is at work, cultivating the fruit of patience in your life, one day at a time.
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