Monday, February 22, 2010

My dearest God,

I put on the music and the word "wait" came to me. Wait. Wait and be patient. Wait for the Lord. Wait and listen. Wait and follow. Wait until God's time. Wait. Across my lifetime you have given me these messages. Wait. You have taught me that the word wait simply means "Andrea, I have a plan that in due time will be revealed. Wait, watch and listen."

Waiting is teaching me to be patient, not hasty or impulsive. A great life lesson, waiting is full of possibilities. During the waiting time, I can be more attentive to my prayers, my need to be patient and thoughtful. I can tune in better, listen for your voice, pay attention. I can sing praise in my waiting time. Like Mary, your mother, I can ponder and reflect upon life and faith. I can grow in my love for you and in my faithfulness. I can be thankful.

Not only can waiting teach me more about myself but also about others. I can be watchful as I wait, considering other persons in their waiting times. Like a pregnant woman who waits nine months to give birth, some of the more important issues in life take time. Decisions that are carefully thought through over time are more often better orchestrated and successful than those that are quickly determined. I have made both kind of decisions and suffered the consequences or celebrated the blessings. My best decisions have been those that I consulted you, listened, and followed.

Lent is a good waiting time and I find myself intentionally waiting right now.

I have not
always appreciated
waiting for
your guidance,
dear God;
sometimes I thought
I knew better
and therefore,
followed my
own desires.
In my
waiting time
may I
give witness
to your grace
in the world.
May I
live in
joy expectantly.
May I
willingly lean
toward your will,
I pray.

Love, Andrea