“The LORD has kept me alive these forty-five years as he promised, since the Lord spoke this word to Moses while Israel was journeying in the wilderness.” —Joshua 14:10
Although Caleb and Joshua trusted God and were obedient to Him, they had to endure the consequences of Israel’s rebellion for forty- five years. Imagine being in Caleb’s position— watching generations pass away while waiting to see God’s promise fulfilled. The temptation to grow weary, angry, or even distracted was probably heavy and hard. But Caleb never wavered. He continued to trust God and walk in obedience. This is what patient perseverance looks like.
This is what it looks like to walk with God and trust His perfect timing. Even in his old age, Caleb trusted that God would sustain him just like God had sustained him in the past (Josh. 14:12).
When you’re in a season of waiting, keep patiently walking with the Lord. Keep seeking God in prayer. Remain grounded in His Word. Recount His faithfulness to you in times past. Persevere with a heart that is expectant and rests in the faithfulness of God. He will not fail you.
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“Revived by God’s Faithfulness” (ReviveOurHearts.com/blog)
Scripture taken from The CSB
Make it Personal
What are you waiting for God to do in your life or in the life of someone you love? How can you patiently persevere?