Hope in Times of Waiting: 15 Bible Verses for Patience and Trust
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves waiting for something. It could be waiting for a job offer, waiting for healing, waiting for a breakthrough, or waiting for a loved one to return. Waiting can be challenging, and it often tests our patience and trust in God. But in times of waiting, we can find hope and encouragement in the timeless wisdom of the Bible. Let's explore 15 Bible verses that inspire patience and trust, and discover the hope that sustains us during these times.
"Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" - Psalm 27:14
"But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." - Isaiah 40:31
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6
"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9
"I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word, I hope." - Psalm 130:5
"Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming." - Matthew 24:42
"Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains." - James 5:7
"The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him." - Lamentations 3:25
"But as for me, I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me." - Micah 7:7
"But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience." - Romans 8:25
"For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay." - Habakkuk 2:3
"In hope he believed against hope, that he should become the father of many nations, as he had been told, 'So shall your offspring be.'" - Romans 4:18
"But do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day." - 2 Peter 3:8
"Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.'" - Mark 10:27
"And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer, and perfecter of faith." - Hebrews 12:1-2
As we reflect on these Bible verses, we find that waiting is not wasted time. Instead, it is an opportunity for growth, trust, and hope. Just as Noah patiently waited for the flood to end, just as Abraham waited for the promised son, and just as Jesus waited for the appointed time to fulfill his mission, we too can find strength in waiting. It is during these seasons that we learn to surrender our desires and trust in God's perfect timing.
Dear reader, as you find yourself in a season of waiting, may you find solace in these verses and be reminded of God's faithfulness. May you cultivate patience and trust in your heart, knowing that God's plans for your life are far greater than you can imagine. Let your heart take courage, for God is with you every step of the way.
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Rehema (Guest) on January 22, 2018
Just perfect—so motivating! 🚀
Miriam Mchome (Guest) on January 16, 2018
God is too wise to be mistaken. God is too good to be unkind. So when you don’t understand, when you don’t see His plan, when you can’t trace His hand, trust His heart. – Charles Spurgeon
Charles Mchome (Guest) on January 14, 2018
This quote is going straight to my favorites list!
Sharifa (Guest) on January 8, 2018
God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. – 1 Corinthians 1:9
Juma (Guest) on December 28, 2017
2 Corinthians 3:17-18 – "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."
Nancy Kabura (Guest) on December 26, 2017
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword. – Hebrews 4:12
Anna Mahiga (Guest) on December 24, 2017
Thank you for sharing this. It gave me the boost I needed to keep going.
Sarah Achieng (Guest) on December 23, 2017
God's promises are always true
Agnes Sumaye (Guest) on December 17, 2017
This is so relatable!
Dorothy Nkya (Guest) on December 17, 2017
Strength comes from the Lord
Rose Kiwanga (Guest) on December 14, 2017
Faith believes the impossible because it sees the invisible. – Unknown
Carol Nyakio (Guest) on December 13, 2017
Keep the faith!
Nassor (Guest) on November 27, 2017
Acts 17:24-28 – "The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us. ‘For in him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, 'We are his offspring.'"
Jackson Makori (Guest) on November 21, 2017
Grace and peace be with you.
James Kawawa (Guest) on November 15, 2017
Romans 8:26-27 – "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God."
Andrew Mchome (Guest) on November 12, 2017
Therefore encourage one another with these words. – 1 Thessalonians 4:18
Vincent Mwangangi (Guest) on November 10, 2017
God's mercies are new every morning
Issa (Guest) on November 10, 2017
Matthew 25:35-40 – "For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’"
Philip Nyaga (Guest) on October 30, 2017
Faith enables us to see God’s will even in the darkest of times. – Unknown
Kevin Maina (Guest) on October 30, 2017
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. – Psalm 23:1
Mgeni (Guest) on October 22, 2017
Matthew 6:19-21 – "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
Grace Wairimu (Guest) on October 22, 2017
Adding this to my favorites! ❤️
Rose Amukowa (Guest) on October 15, 2017
Matthew 16:24-26 – "Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it. What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?’"
Agnes Lowassa (Guest) on September 16, 2017
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. – Philippians 1:21
Frank Macha (Guest) on September 15, 2017
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. – Colossians 3:15
Latifa (Guest) on September 13, 2017
Romans 5:1-5 – "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."
John Lissu (Guest) on September 12, 2017
The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:7
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on September 10, 2017
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9
David Nyerere (Guest) on September 7, 2017
Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. – Romans 10:17
Agnes Njeri (Guest) on August 25, 2017
Faith can move mountains
Mtumwa (Guest) on August 23, 2017
Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. – Psalm 27:14
Latifa (Guest) on August 18, 2017
The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you. – Romans 16:20
Safiya (Guest) on August 7, 2017
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:9
Edward Chepkoech (Guest) on August 7, 2017
Philippians 4:6-7 – "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Peter Mwambui (Guest) on July 13, 2017
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way
Sumaya (Guest) on July 5, 2017
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. – Colossians 3:15
Sofia (Guest) on July 1, 2017
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. – Isaiah 26:3
Mchawi (Guest) on June 26, 2017
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. – John 14:1
Sharon Kibiru (Guest) on June 23, 2017
2 Corinthians 5:16-20 – "So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God."
Binti (Guest) on June 23, 2017
How do you always find the perfect quotes for any mood? Love it!
Tabitha Okumu (Guest) on June 16, 2017
God's mercy is greater than any mistake
John Lissu (Guest) on June 14, 2017
Matthew 22:37-40 – "Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments."
Jane Muthoni (Guest) on June 7, 2017
A perfect boost for today.
Stephen Mushi (Guest) on May 27, 2017
Hope is the anchor for the soul
Janet Mbithe (Guest) on May 25, 2017
I needed this reminder today. 💭
Kahina (Guest) on May 14, 2017
Inspiring words, thank you! 🙏✨
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on May 8, 2017
Exactly what I needed to hear. 🎯 It’s like this quote was written specifically for me. I’ve been going through a tough time, and these words are exactly the encouragement I needed to keep going. Sometimes, you just need a little reminder that things will get better, and this quote gave me that hope. Thank you for sharing something so timely and meaningful—it’s made a world of difference for me today!
Betty Kimaro (Guest) on April 19, 2017
God did not give us a spirit of fear but of power and love and self-control. – 2 Timothy 1:7
Miriam Mchome (Guest) on April 18, 2017
James 3:13-18 – "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such ‘wisdom’ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."
Selemani (Guest) on April 6, 2017
I’m definitely printing this out and hanging it on my wall.
Mgeni (Guest) on March 27, 2017
2 Corinthians 5:16-20 – "So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God."
Ruth Wanjiku (Guest) on March 24, 2017
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still
David Nyerere (Guest) on March 23, 2017
May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. – Philippians 4:23
Ruth Kibona (Guest) on March 7, 2017
But the one who stands firm to the end will be saved. – Matthew 24:13
Kazija (Guest) on March 2, 2017
John 1:1-5 – "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it."
Joseph Njoroge (Guest) on March 2, 2017
And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. – 1 Corinthians 13:13
Binti (Guest) on March 1, 2017
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1
Anna Malela (Guest) on February 18, 2017
And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast. – 1 Peter 5:10
Mgeni (Guest) on February 14, 2017
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. – 2 Corinthians 5:17
Betty Kimaro (Guest) on February 11, 2017
Galatians 6:7-9 – "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."