Into the Fire

Passionate thoughts about the world of writing and the Power of God

 

Including – and perhaps especially – me. Waiting requires varying levels of patience. Some people seem to have received a more generous helping of that character trait than others. I can testify without question that waiting is not my strong suit.

However, whether it's in a grocery line or submitting inquiries to a literary agent, waiting is required. And expected. And a necessary process to securing an objective. Sometimes the wait is short but often it's not. If you're dealing with the traditonal publishing entities, fast-moving is not a recognized term.

 

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When life is full of busy-ness, waiting might be endured more easily simply because the overall activities overshadow the passage of time. However, if the anticipated objective is of major importance, the wait plagues the passage of time.

 

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I admit I hate waiting, but the Lord in His wisdom has forced me into multiple situations that require it. And so it is: I wait . . .

God, I wait. For you. For your lead. For your everything. Help me to do it with more grace. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.

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4 responses to “Nobody wants to wait . . .”

  1. BK Jackson Avatar

    I don’t think anybody is long on patience these days. It seems to be an epidemic. 😎
    Although I bet a 100 years ago, people were saying the same things.

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  2. Nicole Avatar

    I can’t help but wonder how or if impatience affects the lives of those who expect very little, Brenda. And I always think of places known for their rudeness (i.e. New York). Many years ago when I visited Dublin, I was literally elbowed out of the way by a man in a department store. I was but a wisp of a young lady then. Rudeness is a separate entity often caused by impatience. It’s possible to be impatient without being rude.

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  3. Brenda Anderson Avatar

    I’m with Brenda K – impatience is an epidemic. We all have to have everything right now.
    When we don’t have patience, I wonder how much we miss out on from not enjoying the gift of the journey.

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  4. Nicole Avatar

    Good point, Bren. There’s that thing about perseverance, too . . . and praying . . . and the unseen reasons behind the waiting . . .

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