“NEED OF PATIENCE.” Hebrews 10:34-36 Children of God have put their confidence in Him for their satisfaction and hope of an eternal existence in joyful fellowship with God. We rest peacefully in the love of our Savior, who is able to keep us from failing to do what is right, and to make all that we do each day a work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope. Faith is the forerunner of sight. What we trust and believe, we will receive.
However, we need patience during these times of waiting, watching, conflict, sorrow, and difficulties. Impatience stems from ignorance or pride. Our Lord is meek and lowly of heart, and when we take His yoke upon us, we will learn how to be patient. Impatience may also arise from a sense that what we are doing is of very little importance.
Our Lord Jesus Christ spoke of bringing forth fruit with patience and maintaining our souls in patience during difficult times. He intends for us to “keep His word” with patience. Paul spoke of patience combined with hope and the comfort found in the scriptures. He referred to the God of patience and consolation, who is meek and longsuffering. Even in tribulation, we are blessed because it strengthens our faith and develops our character.
Christians face two opposing choices that present “goods.” The conflict never ends: one offers infinite worth and eternal satisfaction, while the other provides immediate fleshly gratification that neither satisfies nor lasts. Its appeal is that it is visible, accessible now, and influential because it is easy and appeals to our flesh.
The “spoiling” of these possessions makes the grace and love of God real to us because the “better and abiding” possessions of eternal life are treasures in our hearts that last. They shape our lives and characters to be like our Lord Jesus Christ. The blessings of heaven in our hearts far exceed the temporary benefits of the world in our hands. Joy in the heart makes every sacrifice a privilege, and everything we lose a gain. Suffering turns into an “exceeding weight of glory.”
Therefore, to the Hebrews of that day, and us today, we should never cast away our confidence (boldness). Boldness and confidence in God root us in our faith. When we have that boldness in our hands, we should never allow anything to take its place. Things may be lawful or doubtful, insignificant but expedient, but anything that loosens our hold on the boldness that God gives must never be allowed to claim our attention.
Don't cast away our confidence in God and His promises; they are our anchor. We face two choices. Take the high road of confidence and reward because life can be treacherous, and danger is always near. Not many commit to living for God, but there are more than you think around the world who stay focused on the Lord and His grace. "After ye have done the will of God, ye might (will) receive the promise."
When we commit ourselves to patience and patiently wait for Christ, we will find that we desire to do the will of God from the heart. This is how we receive the promise. When doing God’s will occupies our minds as we wait, He ensures that we receive the promises. True faith and the exercise of obedience to God’s will make living inside the veil a life of blessed fellowship with God, even while we are here on earth.