Why God Allows Delays (and What You Should Do While Waiting)
Have you ever prayed for something, waited, and wondered if God was listening? Maybe it was a job, healing, a breakthrough, or even a promise that seemed so clear at first — but now feels delayed. Waiting can be one of the hardest parts of walking with God. But here’s the truth: a delay is not a denial. God’s timing is always perfect, even when we don’t understand it. Let’s look at why God sometimes allows delays and how we can respond with faith. 1. Delays Are Not Denials > “For the vision is yet for an appointed time… though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” — Habakkuk 2:3 God never forgets His promises. What feels like a delay to us is often God aligning everything at the right time. When Lazarus died, Jesus came “late” — but His delay brought a greater miracle (John 11). 2. God Uses Delays to Prepare Us Think of David: anointed as king but had to wait years before sitting on the throne. Why? Because God was shaping his character. Del...