Tag archive: waiting
150 Days At Sea
He does not leave us out on the water forever. Genesis 7:11-24 Reference: The waters flooded the earth for a hundred and fifty days. (Genesis 7:24 NIV) Explore: When one door closes another door opens… but it’s hell in the hallways! If you’ve ever spoken to someone who has just decided to leave their job…
The Sounds of Silence
But not all silence is bad. Luke 14:1-6 Reference: And they had nothing to say. (Luke 14:6 NIV) Explore: There are times when silence is not what you’re after. If you’re waiting for a job offer, the silence from your potential employer can be disheartening. If you’re waiting for a phone call or text from…
Meal Time Rules
The only time this rule can be broken is when my husband comes home late Luke 8:40-56 Reference: Now when Jesus returned, a crowd welcomed him, for they were all expecting him. (Luke 8:40 NIV) Explore: In our house we have the rule you’re not to leave the table until you have finished your meal….
Out Of My Hands
It is easy to feel like we actually have very little control at all. Acts 24:1-27 Reference: Then Felix, who was well acquainted with the Way, adjourned the proceedings. “When Lysias the commander comes,” he said, “I will decide your case.” (Acts 24:22 NIV) Explore: While I am in control of my own decisions, I…
Waiting In A Queue
When I arrived I was seventh in line, but the queue seemed to take forever to move. Mark 9:33-50 Reference: Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” (Mark 9:35 TNIV) Explore: The other day I went into a Medicare…