Lifestyle of Worship: Worship in the Waiting

Waiting is never enjoyable! Sometimes, however, God's message to us as we follow Him is to wait. Wait for his timing, for his hand, for his wisdom. All the while, we should pay attention to the work that He is doing within us while we wait. Today, we will look at the patient trust and unceasing hope while we wait for God.  

Small Group Questions:

1. What is your patience level on everyday things like driving behind someone slow, to grocery store lines, to waiting in line? Would you consider yourself a patience person?

2. When is the last time that God asked you to wait for something? What was it (if you feel comfortable sharing) and what did you learn in the waiting?

3. Read Luke 2:36-38.  Make a list of the items mentioned to describe Anna. Why are these things mentioned above other possible things in her life? How do the things mentioned have to do with her waiting and worshiping?  

4. Spend a few moments with these closing questions:

- Do you believe that God has good reasons to tell you to wait?

- Will you trust God's perspective on things?

- Will you seek to understand God's plan and will through prayer and fasting?  

- What gives you the most hope right now in your situation?