“I believe that I shall see the bounty of the LORD In the land of the living. Wait for the LORD with courage; be stouthearted, and wait for the LORD.” Psalm 27:13-14
“the best is yet to come”
I often find myself consumed in sorrow over past experiences and shortcomings and reaching for a future outcome that I am not yet ready for. As a result, living in the present moment is a challenging task for me. I am impatient and unwilling to heal and receive the necessary graces from God that will prepare me for the future I place my hope in.
Lent is always a challenging season for me because it forces me to wait, to confront my vices and attachments more closely, to reconcile with God and my neighbor, and to prepare my heart for the glory of the Resurrection. It is hard to be content when you are always trying to live outside of God’s timing; He will invite us into times to suffer, to heal, to wait, to cherish, and to prosper. While the past may seem pointless and the present unbearable, He is active and present through it all and His Glory that awaits will never disappoint you.
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Lord, I trust that You have a plan for me and that You are always true to Your promises. Grant me the grace of patience and hopeful anticipation, that I may be willing to live in the present moment You have called me to. Let me be aware and accepting of Your Grace. Come Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Peace and hope,
Kyle Desiderio