Indeed, let no one who waits on You be ashamed… Show me Your ways, O Lord; teach me Your paths. Lead me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; on You I wait all the day. Psalm 25:3–5 (NKJV) Yesterday we saw that when David was under pressure, he waited on the Lord and strengthened himself. I want to spend the next few days unpacking what this word wait means—because contrary to popular belief, it’s not about waiting for God to move. Today’s scripture gives us a hint. When you slow down and wait on God—in other words, spend time with Him—He’ll show you His ways. As you meditate on the Word, He’ll teach you the way to raise your children, handle your …

Now David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him… But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God. 1 Samuel 30:6 (NKJV) One day, David and his men returned home from battle to discover devastating news: enemies had destroyed their city and stolen their wives and children. David’s men were so upset that they wanted to kill him. But what’s interesting is that David didn’t try to defend himself. Instead, the first thing he did was pull away and “strengthen himself in the Lord.” My first thought is, “Well, that’s a rip-off! You don’t even tell me how he did it!” So I began studying his life to figure out his secret, and I discovered a word that changed my life: wait. Before we dive into …

Now he uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere, like a sweet perfume. 2 Corinthians 2:14 (NLT) There is something about God’s Word continually working in our lives and renewing our minds that makes us attractive to other people. Second Corinthians 2:15 (NLT) says, “Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God.” Isn’t that a beautiful image? It reminds me of my wife, who will kiss me on the way out the door and then often say something like, “Wow, what are you wearing? You smell good!” There is something about a pleasing aroma that attracts those around us. When somebody begins to know God and grow closer in their relationship with Him, it’s as though a sweet scent begins to …