Waiting on God (Without Having a Tantrum)

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about something we all struggle with—waiting on God. Whether it’s hearing ‘no’ when we really wanted a ‘yes,’ feeling like we’re stuck in a season of waiting, or throwing a full-on tantrum when things don’t go our way, I’m unpacking the ways we are just like our kids when it comes to our relationship with our Heavenly Father.

I share some personal stories—like when God took away a relationship I thought was my reward for getting sober, and how I wrestled with that heartbreak, only to realize years later that His ‘no’ was actually making way for something so much better. I also open up about my journey with my Amazon business—something I started a year ago that hasn’t turned out the way I had hoped… yet. But instead of giving up, I’m leaning into His promises and trusting that when He puts a dream in our hearts, He will be faithful to see it through.

If you’ve ever struggled with waiting, with trusting God’s plan, or with accepting a ‘no’ when you were hoping for a ‘yes,’ this episode is for you. Let’s dive into what it really means to trust, to be patient, and to believe that God’s timing is always perfect—even when it doesn’t feel like it.

Key Takeaways:

💡 Why We Struggle With ‘No’ from God:

• How we react when God takes something away from us, just like our kids react when we take away a toy.
• The heartbreak of losing something we thought was good for us, only to later realize it wasn’t God’s best.

💡 The Power of Waiting Well:

• My Amazon business journey: How I’ve had to trust and wait when things didn’t go as planned.
• God’s timing isn’t our timing, but His plans are always greater.
• Encouragement for anyone in a season of waiting—your ‘yes’ is coming, in His perfect timing.

💡 Three Ways to Wait on the Lord with a Patient Heart:

1. Reflect on His Faithfulness – Look back at past seasons where He has shown up for you.
2. Serve While You Wait – Shift the focus off yourself and onto how you can be a blessing to others.
3. Stay Rooted in His Promises – Read scripture, pray, and remind yourself of God’s truth over your feelings.

💡 Final Encouragement:

• God’s ‘no’ is never rejection—it’s redirection.
• Choosing patience and trust is hard, but it leads to greater peace and joy.
• Whatever you’re waiting on—trust that God is working behind the scenes.

Scriptures Mentioned in This Episode:

📖 Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength…”
📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…”
📖 Psalm 27:14 – “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”

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