I do know that waiting on God requires the willingness to bear uncertainty, to carry within oneself the unanswered question, lifting the heart to God about it whenever it intrudes upon one's thoughts. Its easy to talk oneself into a decision that has no permanence – easier sometimes than to wait patiently.
In her book "Passion and Purity," Elisabeth Elliot emphasizes the importance of patience and faith in one's life while awaiting God's guidance. She suggests that true waiting means embracing uncertainty and living with questions that may not have immediate answers. This internal struggle requires a heartfelt surrender to God, continuously seeking His will amid doubt and confusion.
Elliot also reflects on the tendency to rush into decisions that lack lasting significance,...
