Charles Stanley continues Chapter 3 of Waiting on God by identifying and describing six common idols, or subtle strongholds, that we often hold too tightly. The first two common idols are discussed today. 1. Our own understanding. When adversity comes, we often don’t understand what is going on or why God allowed it to happen […]
In Chapter 3 of Waiting on God, Charles Stanley builds on God’s testing of Abraham by asking the following question: Who or what is on the throne of your heart? Idolatry is a stronghold that stealthily slips into our lives. We may not even be aware it has taken hold. Dr. Stanley asks three questions […]
Charles Stanley continues Chapter 3 of Waiting on God as he concludes his discussion of Abraham’s responses to God’s promises. 2. The temptation to speed the plan along. Especially when the anticipated blessing is important to us, time has a way of wearing on even the strongest faith. The temptation to take matters into our […]
In Chapter 3 (“Surrendering Your Focus”) of Waiting on God, Charles Stanley notes that an inherent battle occurs when we wait on God. As our delay stretches to weeks, months, and even years, we struggle to decide whether our desire is aligned with His will. Dr. Stanley observes that we sense an inherent conflict between […]
Today Charles Stanley concludes his discussion of ten powerful assurances from God. 5. He will discipline you when needed for your own good. God disciplines us so that we can be free from behaviors or thoughts that ultimately would destroy us, that don’t fit us as a child of God. He helps us become all […]
“Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.”- 1 John 4:8 Charles Stanley concludes Chapter 2 of Waiting on God by stating that we can be certain God will help us because of His perfect, unconditional love. Dr. Stanley contrasts God’s love and human love: “. . . God’s love for […]
As Charles Stanley continues Chapter 2 of Waiting on God, he focuses on God’s omnipresence and omnipotence. Dr. Stanley states that God’s omnipresence is comforting because we can be totally assured that we always are with God’s reach. Romans 8:38-39 reminds us that we never can be separated from God’s love. It doesn’t matter where […]
“Be still, and know that I am God.”- Psalm 46:10 (emphasis added) As Charles Stanley continues Chapter 2 of Waiting on God, he urges us not to read past, but stop and reflect on the following statement: “You must fully accept that He is God.” Saying we believe in Him, or that He is God, […]
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”- Isaiah 41:30 Charles Stanley begins Chapter 2 (“Assured in God’s Character: The Wisdom of Directing Your Focus to Him”) of Waiting on God […]
“Delay never thwarts God’s purpose; rather, it polishes His instrument.”- Victor Raymond Edman Today Charles Stanley concludes his discussion of five lessons we can learn while expectantly waiting on God. 2. To value God’s timing. Dr. Stanley defines God’s timing as “a tool God [uses] to effectively carry out His will and build dedication to […]
Charles Stanley continues Chapter 1 of Waiting on God with the following concise definition of waiting on the Lord: “. . . waiting on the Lord signifies an expectant endurance that is demonstrated by a directed, purposeful, active, and courageous attitude of prayer.” Dr. Stanley goes on to describe how expectant endurance is exhibited. Expectant […]
Today Charles Stanley concludes his discussion of four aspects of waiting on God, found in Chapter 1 of Waiting on God. 2. You are not just waiting around, doing nothing. While we are waiting on God, we should continue to serve Him and carry out our daily business. Even when circumstances don’t appear to be […]