Isaiah 30:18

Isaiah 30:18 (NLT)
But the LORD still waits for you to come to him so he can show you his love and compassion. For the LORD is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for him to help them.

Isaiah 30:18 (NRSV)
Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show mercy to you. For the LORD is a God of justice; blessed are all those who wait for him.

For many of us, waiting is one of the hardest things that we can do. We want what we want now. If we do not get what we want according to our time table, we can become angry, discouraged, and even depressed. This characteristic is not one that the Lord Jehovah possesses. He is able to wait with patience for what He wants to do for us.

Jehovah the Lord is waiting and longing to pour out blessings upon you. In fact, sometimes He waits so long that He carves out a place to wait until you are ready to receive all that He has for you. His greatest desire is to show you favor, consideration, and mercy. His Spirit encamps around you. Adonai inclines and bends down towards you to hear your first cry. He rises up from His throne to show you His compassion, for He loves you deeply, with tender affection. You are His child whom He is raising, so that you grow up into His image.

However, you should remember that the Most High God is also the Judge and Ruler of the universe. He is a God of justice and righteous judgment. He governs, vindicates, and punishes as needed.

You will be happy and blessed as you wait on and carve out a place for Him. He will help you to walk a straight path. You will always advance and make progress as you follow the Lord's leading.