Daily Devotional - Seasons: S.E.E.D. Time and Harvest - Week 20 - Day 130 - 5/10/26 - "Waiting on God's Promise"

Author: Sis. Joy Greer

“Waiting on God’s Promise”
Scripture: Acts 1:4–5, AMP

“While being together and eating with them, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for what the Father had promised, “Of which,” He said, “you have heard Me speak. For John baptized with water, but you will be baptized and empowered and united with the Holy Spirit, not long from now.”

Devotion:
Before Jesus ascended into heaven, He gave His disciples one clear instruction: wait. They had walked with Him, witnessed miracles, and received His teachings, yet Jesus told them not to move ahead on their own strength. Instead, they were to wait for “the Father’s promise” — the baptism and empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Waiting is often difficult because we naturally want immediate answers and quick movement. Jesus reminded His followers that what was coming would equip them for everything ahead. The Holy Spirit would give them courage, wisdom, power, and guidance to fulfill God’s purpose.

Sometimes God asks us to pause before the next chapter begins. During those moments, He is preparing our hearts, strengthening our faith, and teaching us dependence on Him rather than ourselves. Waiting on God does not mean inactivity; it means expectation. It means trusting that His timing is perfect and His promises are sure. Just as the disciples waited in obedience and anticipation, believers today are called to seek the Lord daily and rely on the Holy Spirit for direction and strength. God never sends His people forward empty-handed. He provides exactly what is needed at the right time.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your promises that never fail. Help me to trust You in seasons of waiting and uncertainty. Teach me to be patient and obedient, even when I do not understand Your timing. Let my heart remain expectant and confident in Your perfect plan. In Jesus’ name, Amen.