THE WAITING PERIOD BEFORE MANIFESTATION

Title: THE WAITING PERIOD BEFORE MANIFESTATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Habakkuk 2:3
“For the vision is yet for an appointed time; but at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.”

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 27:14, James 1:2-4, Romans 8:25, Genesis 12:1-4

INTRODUCTION:
The waiting period before manifestation is often a season of preparation, testing, and growth. Though waiting can be challenging, it is essential to trust God’s timing and purpose. This teaching explores how to handle the waiting period, lessons to learn, and how to trust God during the process leading to fulfilment.

1. UNDERSTANDING THE WAITING PERIOD

a) What is the Waiting Period?
It is the time between God’s promise and its manifestation (Ecclesiastes 3:1).

b) Why Does God Allow Waiting?
To prepare, refine, and mature us (James 1:2-4).

c) God’s Faithfulness During Waiting:
His promises are sure, even when delayed (Numbers 23:19).

d) The Purpose of Waiting:
It aligns us with God’s will and timing (Romans 8:28).

e) Biblical Example:
Abraham waited 25 years for the promise of Isaac (Genesis 21:5).

2. HOW TO HANDLE THE WAITING PERIOD

a) Develop a Strong Faith:
Trust in God’s ability to fulfil His promise (Hebrews 11:6).

b) Maintain a Prayerful Life:
Communicate with God to stay focused (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

c) Stay in the Word:
Meditate on Scriptures to build confidence in God’s promises (Joshua 1:8).

d) Avoid Impatience:
Rest in God’s timing, avoiding shortcuts (Psalm 37:7).

e) Biblical Example:
Joseph trusted God during his waiting period in prison before his elevation (Genesis 41:39-41).

3. LESSONS TO LEARN DURING THE WAITING PERIOD

a) Patience is a Virtue:
Waiting builds spiritual endurance (Romans 5:3-5).

b) God is Working Behind the Scenes:
Trust that God is preparing everything for His appointed time (Isaiah 64:4).

c) Waiting is Part of God’s Plan:
It teaches dependence on Him (Proverbs 3:5-6).

d) Gratitude in the Process:
Learn to thank God even while waiting (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

e) Biblical Example:
David learned to trust God while waiting to become king (2 Samuel 5:4).

4. CHALLENGES DURING THE WAITING PERIOD

a) Doubt and Fear:
These can arise when delays seem long (Mark 4:40).

b) Discouragement:
Feelings of hopelessness can creep in (Psalm 42:5).

c) Pressure from Others:
People may question or discourage you (Job 2:9).

d) Temptation to Take Shortcuts:
Avoid compromises that lead to setbacks (Genesis 16:1-4).

e) Biblical Example:
Saul’s impatience cost him the throne (1 Samuel 13:8-14)

5. TRUSTING GOD DURING THE WAITING PERIOD

a) Focus on God’s Faithfulness:
Remember His past works in your life (Psalm 103:2).

b) Strengthen Yourself in the Lord:
Seek encouragement in His presence (1 Samuel 30:6).

c) Fellowship with Believers:
Surround yourself with people of faith (Hebrews 10:25).

d) Stay Purposeful and Productive:
Use the waiting time to develop yourself (Ecclesiastes 9:10).

e) Biblical Example:
Ruth remained faithful during her waiting period and was rewarded (Ruth 4:13-17).

CONCLUSION:
The waiting period is not a waste but a process of preparation and transformation. Trust in God’s timing, stay in His Word, and remain steadfast in prayer. Your season of manifestation will surely come, and the fulfilment will be greater than you imagined.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, grant me the grace to wait on You patiently.

2. Father, help me to trust Your timing and purpose for my life.

3. Lord, strengthen my faith during the waiting period.

4. Father, remove every spirit of doubt and fear in my heart.

5. Lord, let me not miss my season of manifestation.

6. Father, help me to stay productive and focused while waiting.

7. Lord, teach me to depend on You completely.

8. Father, silence every voice of discouragement in my life.

9. Lord, let my waiting period bring glory to Your name.

10. Father, hasten the manifestation of Your promises in my life.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. Your waiting period will not end in shame but in glory.

2. Every spirit of impatience is broken in your life.

3. You will see the fulfilment of every promise God has made to you.

4. The Lord will strengthen your faith as you wait.

5. Every challenge during your waiting period will turn into a testimony.

6. God will reward your patience with supernatural blessings.

7. Your season of manifestation will come speedily.

8. You will not miss God’s timing for your breakthrough.

9. The Lord will silence every voice of discouragement in your life.

10. The waiting period will usher you into a season of unending testimonies.