We’re often told to wait on the Lord. But what does that mean? And how does it affect our lives as Christians? In this Psalm 27:14 Devotional, we’ll explore the message of this popular Bible verse and discover how waiting on God will strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ.
What is the meaning of Psalm 27:14
This Psalm of David is a heartfelt reminder to wait on the Lord and trust in His perfect timing. King David faced countless challenges and moments of uncertainty. He wrote these words of encouragement for himself in his toughest times, but they’re also for us as we come up against our own hard times.
In this Psalm’s eloquent lines, David captures the essence of waiting on the Lord with faith and courage. To discover exactly what God has to say to us in this encouraging scripture, let’s read Psalm 27:14 together…
Wait on the Lord;
Be of good courage,
And He shall strengthen your heart;
Wait, I say on the Lord.
The phrase “Wait on the Lord” isn’t about sitting still, it’s about actively placing our trust in God’s plan, even when the path ahead seems unclear. Waiting on the Lord means leaning into His promises, finding strength in His presence, and believing that He’ll come through in His perfect time.
David knew from personal experience that courage doesn’t come from our own strength but from trusting in the One who holds all things together. This verse is a reminder that waiting isn’t wasted time, it’s an opportunity to grow closer to God, to build our authentic faith, and to experience His peace in the midst of uncertainty. So, when life feels overwhelming or you’re tempted to take matters into your own hands, remember the wisdom of Psalm 27:14… Wait, trust, and let God strengthen your heart.
Waiting on God is Hard
Waiting is hard!
We’ve all heard the saying, “Patience is a virtue.” But let’s be honest—it’s not a virtue that comes naturally to most of us. I don’t like waiting. Whether it’s waiting in line at the grocery store, sitting in traffic, or, if I’m completely honest, waiting for an answer to a prayer—I struggle with it.
In David’s life, we see a man who understood the difficulty of waiting on God. There were countless moments when he had to wait for God’s timing, often in a time of trouble. Yet, in those seasons, David’s confidence in God never wavered. His confident trust came from knowing that God was faithful and His promises were true.
When I pray and hear God’s answer is “Wait,” I sigh inwardly because it’s not the quick resolution I was hoping for. Sometimes, it feels like my life is in a constant holding pattern waiting on the Lord, stuck between hope and uncertainty. Every part of me is crying out to do something, anything!
If you’re in a season of waiting, you might feel the same way. However, we can be encouraged by knowing that waiting on God is never wasted time. It may be hard, but it won’t last forever. Just like David, we can hold on to hope and believe in the goodness of the Lord.
I would have lost heart, unless I had believed
That I would see the goodness of the Lord
In the land of the living.
Psalm 27:13 NKJV
Wait Patiently
Waiting on God requires patience, and James 5:7-8 paints a beautiful picture of what that looks like. Just as a farmer waits with great hope for the rains and trusts the soil to produce a harvest, we’re called to wait with hope and endurance. A farmer doesn’t dig up his seeds every day to check their progress, he trusts the process, believing that growth is happening beneath the surface at its set time.
In the same way, our seasons of waiting aren’t fruitless. They’re opportunities for our faith to grow stronger and our roots to go deeper into a firm place of trust in God. Waiting isn’t passive—it’s an active posture of faith, holding onto God’s promises while trusting His timing.
So, as we wait, let’s remember the farmer and his steady patience. The harvest will come, and God’s faithfulness will be revealed in His perfect time.
Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near.
James 5:7-8 NIV
Why is Waiting on God important?
When waiting on God feels difficult, it’s natural to ask, “Why does God make me wait?”
The simple answer is that our Heavenly Father has a purpose for everything He does, and waiting is no exception. Sometimes, God uses waiting to prepare us, to strengthen our faith, or to guide us through an impossible situation where only He can bring the breakthrough.
Over the past few years, God has been gently teaching me the value of patience. It’s been a long and often challenging lesson, with plenty of bumps along the way. I’ve tried to follow His call to wait, but I’ll be honest, there were moments when I wasn’t too happy about it.
Still, I remind myself that God is always working behind the scenes, and He has a purpose in every delay. The season of waiting might not make sense right now, but in time, we’ll see how God used it to accomplish great things in our lives.
This verse has been a lifeline for me during these seasons, reminding me of God’s faithfulness and steadfast love…
I cry out to God Most High,
to God who fulfills his purpose for me.
He will send from heaven and save me;
he will put to shame him who tramples on me. Selah
God will send out his steadfast love and his faithfulness!
Psalm 57:2-3 ESV
4 Important Benefits of Waiting on God
Through the waiting, I’ve learned some valuable lessons, and I want to share them with you. Each one is a great reason to trust God’s timing, even when it feels hard. My hope is that these benefits will encourage your heart and remind you that your waiting has a purpose.
#1 Rely on God
Waiting on God has taught me to seek Him instead of leaning on my own strength. I’m convinced that’s one of the great reasons He asks us to wait in the first place.
In seasons of waiting, I find myself praying more and spending extra time in God’s Word. These quiet moments with Him have deepened my faith and strengthened our relationship. I’ve discovered a closeness with God that I might have missed if everything had fallen into place right away.
If you’re waiting on the Lord for something in your life, let God’s presence guide you. Use this time to grow closer to Him, trust His timing, and learn to rely fully on His wisdom and love, just as this inspiring Psalm suggests…
Lead me in Your truth and teach me,
For You are the God of my salvation;
For You I wait all the day.
#2 God’s Timing is Perfect
People often ask, “Does waiting on God mean doing nothing?” And the answer might surprise you.
Waiting on God doesn’t mean He isn’t listening, that He doesn’t care, or that we should simply sit back and do nothing. It means trusting His perfect timing and allowing Him to guide our steps instead of rushing ahead on our own.
I know waiting can feel endless, but it’s in those moments that our spiritual life is refined. Instead of getting caught up in the busyness of life, waiting redirects our focus back to God and strengthens our connection with Him.
If we’re willing to leave our concerns in His hands, God promises to guide us at just the right moment. All we need is a little patience, a lot of faith, and unwavering trust in His perfect plan.
My times are in your hands;
#3 God has a Plan
Waiting on God means surrendering our own plans and accepting His perfect will for our lives.
God has a plan for each of us filled with purpose, love, and the very best of Himself. Yet, if I’m honest, there are moments when I feel confident about His direction and others when I feel completely lost.
But here’s the truth… God’s plan isn’t dependent on how we feel. It’s anchored in His unchanging promises and revealed through the Word of God. Our job isn’t to figure everything out, it’s to have courageous trust in Him and step aside so His will can take hold in our lives.
The challenge comes when we’re tempted to run ahead, trying to force things to happen on our own. That’s when God gently reminds us to slow down, be still, and trust Him.
In those quiet moments, I’m reminded of this powerful truth, God is in control, His plan is perfect, and He will be exalted in every situation.
“Be still, and know that I am God.
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!”
#4 God is Pretty Amazing
I’m constantly in awe of how our Heavenly Father works everything together according to His perfect will. He truly does some pretty amazing things!
I’m so thankful to serve a God who is full of grace and mercy, One who is patient with me, even in my impatience. And I’m incredibly grateful that He loves me, even when I’m not very lovable.
God knows that waiting isn’t easy for us. He understands our struggles, and when the weight of it feels like too much to bear, He steps in with His lovingkindness to remind us that He’s still in control.
When we trust Him fully, God turns our seasons of waiting into opportunities to lift up a hymn of praise and celebrate with shouts of joy.
Because that’s just who He is, our loving, faithful, and amazing God.
And it will be said in that day:
“Behold, this is our God;
We have waited for Him, and He will save us.
This is the Lord;
We have waited for Him;
We will be glad and rejoice in His salvation.”
Isaiah 25:9 NKJV
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The Reward for Waiting on God
God promises a special reward to those who wait on Him. Let’s read about it together…
But 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.
This popular verse from Isaiah 40:31 beautifully illustrates the strength and renewal we receive when we choose to wait on the Lord. Instead of settling for a life of disappointment and struggle by going our own way, we begin to see the beauty of the Lord as He fills us with hope for a brighter future.
Our faith is renewed in the waiting and gives us the strength to persevere. We will run life’s race for Jesus Christ without growing weary. And we will soar like eagles, carrying the love of God to everyone we meet.
Isn’t that exactly what we longed for when we first believed? Of course, it is!
Through Christ Jesus, we can wait confidently, trusting that His perfect plan will unfold. As we wait, He restores our faith and strengthens our hearts.
I’ll admit, patience isn’t my strong suit, and waiting will always be a work in progress for me. But I choose to wait on God because I trust He has His best in store for me. More than anything, I want God’s will for my life. So, if waiting is what it takes to align with His plan, I’ll wait, no matter how hard it may feel. Because I know God’s blessings are always worth the wait.
The Hand of God in Our Waiting
In seasons of waiting, we can find great confidence in knowing that the presence of God is with us every step of the way. Even when the answers seem delayed or unclear, we can trust in God’s faithfulness to guide us through. His hand is always at work, even in the quiet moments when it feels like nothing is happening.
Waiting isn’t about being stuck, it’s about being held in God’s loving care. His hand supports us, strengthens us, and leads us forward in His perfect timing.
As we wait, let’s hold onto this promise…
The Lord is good to those who wait for Him,
To the soul who seeks Him.
Lamentations 3:25 NKJV
A Prayer for Waiting on God
In this Psalm 27:14 Devotional, we’ve explored the beauty and purpose behind waiting on the Lord. But let me ask you… Are you in a season of waiting right now? Are you struggling to be patient, wondering when God’s blessings and answers of prayer will come?
I want to remind you of this truth, God hears every word of your prayers. He hasn’t forgotten you, and His perfect plan is unfolding, even if you can’t see it yet. In the Christian life, waiting is often where the most profound growth happens and where God’s faithfulness shines the brightest.
Yes, waiting can be hard. But it’s not without purpose, and it won’t last forever.
So, my prayer for you today is that your heart will be strengthened and filled with courage. You’ll mount up with wings like eagles, run and not grow weary, and see God’s blessings poured out in His perfect time.
Take heart, and hold onto this promise… God is working, even in the waiting. Trust Him, lean into His presence, and wait with hope.
May you be blessed as you wait on God!
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