Tired of Waiting #85

Colossians 1:9-11
9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,
10 so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;
11 strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all steadfastness and patience; (NAS)

The Pastor, the mother of preschoolers, the contractor, the school principal, the doctor and the farmer all prayed the same prayer, “Lord, give me patience, but please hurry up about it.” Ever need patience? Ever wish God would give you more patience but you are a little tired of waiting?
The Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossian church to assure them he was praying for them and desired that they know God’s will, and walk in such a way that their lives would please God. In order for that to be accomplished they needed God’s power to receive the patience. Patience is a fruit of the Spirit, not a contrived mental state or emotion derived from your determination. Pray for the Holy Spirit to be your power and to fill your life with God’s patience. You might need it even today.

I hope you find purpose for your life today as you grow in Christ. May God bless you as your spiritual life prospers in Jesus.

__________________________Today"s personal note from Dennis

Praise the Lord! I am back among the living. If you are not up on the latest in my struggle with cancer check out Roger's blog site www.dgwhealthnews.blogspot.com

Sandy and I were able to be back at church Sunday the 14th. It was good to see everyone. Both of us have a desire to be able to again teach and preach. We are expecting God to open those doors and give us health to serve Him. I cannot thank you enough for your prayers during the past three weeks. With a great God, your prayers, support from family and friends and great doctors. I am able to be up and going. I am even back driving. Watch out. God is so good. He continues to open doors for me to share my story of God's grace and love. I jump through every open door He gives me. Keep up your prayers.

Sandy received a glowing report from the doctor about her cyst. It was benign. PTL! We are looking forward to having some time without crisis. Durng that time we hope to see some of you and maybe do some ministry.

God bless you today and may you find patience, hope, peace, love and joy in all you do. -DGW