James Teaches Us Patience While We Wait on God

Hey friends, welcome back to Carpooling with Jesus. Whether you're on your way to school, eating breakfast, or heading off to practice, we are so happy you're with us today. I'm Pastor Justin. And today we're talking about patience. I know waiting can be tough, but let's see what God has to say about it. Our verse today comes from James chapter five, verses seven and eight. Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and the spring rains. You too be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is near. So what does that mean? Let's break it down together. James, one of Jesus's disciples, also his half brother, wrote this letter to encourage people to trust God, even when it's tough. He uses the example of a farmer waiting for crops to grow. The farmer plants seeds and then has to wait for the rains, the right season, and for the plants to grow strong. The farmer can't rush the process, and neither can we, when it comes to our lives. Sometimes we have to wait for things to work out, and that's okay. Patience doesn't mean sitting around doing nothing. It means trusting that God is still working, even when we can't see the results. If Jesus were here with us right now, in the car or at the table, I think he'd say, waiting isn't always easy, but it's a way to show that you trust in God's plan. He knows the perfect timing for everything. While you wait, he's helping you grow in ways you can't even see. Jesus would also remind us that waiting doesn't mean we're doing nothing. It's a chance to grow and trust God more. Let me tell you a quick story about Ellie. Ellie was really looking forward to summer vacation. She had big plans: swimming, sleepovers, playing outside all day. But when summer came, her dad had to work extra hours, and they couldn't go on their planned trips. Ellie was disappointed. She thought, this isn't how I imagined my summer. But then Ellie remembered something her mom had told her. Sometimes we have to wait for the good things. Trust God and he'll make things work out. Ellie decided to make the best of it. She helped her mom in the garden, played with her brothers, and found new ways to have fun at home. By the end of the summer, Ellie had made lots of great memories and realized that waiting didn't mean missing out. It meant trusting God. So next time we're stuck waiting, whether it's for a fun event or your turn to play, remember that patience is a way to trust God. He's working in your life, even when you can't see it. Like the farmer waiting for the crops, God is helping you grow while you wait. Remember, no matter where you are or how you're listening, God loves you. And parents, if you like this podcast, go leave a rating and a review and share it with some friends so they can have faith filled conversations too. Before you go, talk about this question together. What's something you're waiting for right now, and how can we trust God while we wait? Have a great day. See you tomorrow on Carpooling with Jesus.