I must admit that it is very hard to be patient, but once we have managed to master even a small part of this, our lives becomes much more breathable. This is probably because we are not constantly in a state of dire anxiety.
Until recently I thought that waiting involved pining over what you are waiting for until you get it, but it's simply taking a step back from that state and not being as engaged in that matter as possible.
I read something in the word for today that was very valuable:
Learning to wait well is a test of maturity. Scott Peck writes: "Delayed gratification is a process of scheduling the pain and pleasure of life in such a way as to enhance the pleasure by meeting and experiencing the pain first and getting it over with. It is the only decent way to live." Waiting forces us to recognise we're not in control. It humbles us in ways we need to be humbled.
I actually do think that life would be more wonderful if we did not plunge ourselves into answering the question of our curiousity straightaway, but taking the more wise, mature step into ensuring that what we are doing is right and according to God's will :) I think if we did this, we will achieve the peace that we so often yearn and crave for...the peace and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
... I think it's very right when they say if you see the danger sign, you should run away...
There are many ways in which we can seek adventures in our lives, but we must agree that if it can possibly damage our lives and souls, it's not that much of an adventure anyway.
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