Patience.

Being patient is a key ingredient that we all need. 


Today, I went out with my friends to watch a movie and we decided to go for Menchie's afterwards. At this time it was already around 10pm and after we went for some Menchie's we decided to walk back to a bus stop. As we walked and walked we saw no bus stop so we ended up walking back to First Markham Place. We already missed several buses that passed by and this made us wait even longer. As I called my dad to tell him that I am coming home, he said that he would come pick me up instead because he wants me to be safe, rather than taking public transit. So I had to wait for my mother to come back from a meeting in order for my dad to come pick me up. During this time we had to have a lot of patience as we waited outside. Some of us were frustrated and were complaining about how cold we were. 


This reminded me of how much time God has given us to wait for us to stop being stubborn and listen to Him. He guides us through so many things and is always there for us. His works are so wonderful and amazing that in the end, it's all worth the wait. 

Believe God is working in your life even when you don’t feel it. Spiritual growth is sometimes tedious work, one small step at a time. Expect gradual improvement.

There are seasons in your spiritual life, too. Sometimes you will have a short, intense burst of growth (springtime) followed by a period of stabilizing and testing (fall and winter).

Keep a notebook or journal of lessons learned. This is not a diary of events, but a record of what you are learning. Write down the insights and lessons God teaches you about him, about your life, and everything else.

The reason we must relearn lessons is that we forget them. Reviewing your spiritual journal regularly can spare you a lot of unnecessary pain and heartache.

We are often in a hurry when God isn’t. You may feel frustrated with the seemingly slow progress you’re making in life. Remember that God is never in a hurry, but he is always on time. He will use your entire lifetime to prepare you for your role in eternity.