While I Wait … You are the God of my salvation; for You I wait all day long. Psalm 25:5 (NRSV) But those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 (NRSV)Dear Heavenly Father, While I wait for You to bring breakthroughs and answers to prayer that my joy may be full (John 16:24), help me to love and praise You while I wait. In the midst of pain, storms, and disappointments, O God, help me to wait for You. You said You would keep us in perfect peace whose mind is staid on You (Is. 26:3), and in due season I would reap if I faint not (Galatians 6:9). Help me to celebrate You now, before the battle is over. By Your grace, may I be grateful and loving even in the midst of what I’m going through. My attitude determines my altitude, and may You be pleased with me for beholding You with dove’s eyes, determined to bless You not because of, but in spite of.    …