Developing a consistent spiritual journey

J.E. Nickerson We often seek God’s guidance in areas like our families, friends, and when we need direction on our faith journey. However, sometimes the answers we desire don’t come as quickly as we expect. Isaiah 40:31 (KJV) offers solace, stating, “But those who wait on the Lord will be renewed in strength; they will soar like eagles, run without fatigue, and walk without becoming weary.” Spiritual growth and waiting on God can be challenging, often leading to impatience and the temptation to resolve issues on our own. However, it’s in these moments that we should lean into consistent prayer and our relationship with God, trusting that He will respond in His perfect time. Jesus speaks to this in Matthew 7:7-8, assuring us, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.” During times when our prayers seem unanswe...