1. Wait on the Lord Psalms 62:1-8 05/13/2007 Dr. Dane Boyles

2. Wait on the Lord my salvation comes from him.
1 My soul finds rest in God alone;
my salvation comes from him.
2 He alone is my rock and my salvation;
he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.
3 How long will you assault a man?
Would all of you throw him down--
this leaning wall, this tottering fence? (Psalms 62:1-3, NIV)

3. Wait on the Lord 4 They fully intend to topple him
from his lofty place;
they take delight in lies.
With their mouths they bless,
but in their hearts they curse.
5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone;
my hope comes from him. (Psalms 62:4-5, NIV)

4. Wait on the Lord 6 He alone is my rock and my salvation;
he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.
7 My salvation and my honor depend on God;
he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
8 Trust in him at all times, O people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge. (Psalms 62:6-8, NIV)

5. Wait on the Lord Introduction
Our lives are characterized by speed, impatience, noise, and activity.
Occasionally we throw in a little panic.
When we get impatient we sometimes move too quickly or in the wrong direction.

6. Wait on the Lord
It is the same in our spiritual life, many times God wants us to wait, but we grow impatient.

7. Wait on the Lord Biblical examples of those who waited on God. Noah
Job
Abraham
Joseph

8. Wait on the Lord Moses From the New Testament: Jesus.
The disciples waited in the upper room.
Paul waited for three years.

9. Wait on the Lord Why Wait? God instructs us to wait for strength.
31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,/ they will walk and not be faint. (Isa 40:31, NIV)

10. Wait on the Lord He tells us to wait for provision.
5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him. (Ps 62:5, NIV)

11. Wait on the Lord He tells us to wait for direction. (Pro. 3:5-6)
5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways acknowledge him,. and he will make your paths straight. (Prov 3:5-6, NIV)

12. Wait on the Lord
We are even told to wait for God’s will to be accomplished.
36 You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. (Heb 10:36, NIV)

13. Wait on the Lord How should we wait on God?
While we wait, supplicate (Psa. 40:1)
Supplication means to ask God for specific needs.
A Poem.
I know not by what methods rare, But this I know, God answers prayer.

14. Wait on the Lord
I know not when He sends the Word, That tells us fervent prayer is heard.
I know it cometh soon or late; Therefore we need to pray and wait.
I know not if the blessing sought, Will come in just the guise I thought.

15. Wait on the Lord
I leave my prayers with Him alone, Whose will is wiser than my own.
Doing our best as Christians is telling God all our needs as we wait upon Him.

16. Wait on the Lord While we wait, saturate (Psa. 130:5)
Study about God’s goodness.
Study about God’s promises:
Salvation for the seeking sinner (Ro. 10:9-13, Jn. 14:6).
Forgiveness when we are guilty (1 Jn. 1:9, Prov. 28:13)

17. Wait on the Lord Strength when we are weak (Is. 41:10, Ps. 27:13-14).
Comfort when we are in sorrow (Is. 61:1-2, Mt. 5:4).
Grace when we are sick or suffering (2 Co. 12:8- 10, Jas. 5:13-16).
Protection when we are in danger. (Ps. 27:5, 50:15).

18. Wait on the Lord Courage when we are afraid. (Ps. 46:1-2, 34:4).
Peace when we are upset (Is 26:3).
Rest when we are weary (Mt.11:28).
Guidance when we face decisions.
Strength when we face temptation (1 Co. 10:13)

19. Wait on the Lord Provision when we have need.
Companionship when we are alone (Heb. 13:5).
Encouragement when we are defeated (Deut. 33:27).

20. Wait on the Lord Conclusion
Waiting on God involves trusting Him, reading His Word so we can listen to Him, praying to Him, and resting in Him quietly.
Are you a waiter or a runner?

21. Wait on the Lord Psalms 62:1-8 05/13/2007 Dr. Dane Boyles