“That you do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises” Hebrews 6:12, NKJV.

Imagine an artist creating a work of art. The amount of paint they put on their bush is gently enough and perfect. Their stokes are slow and right. Their color choices are magnificent. The mix of blending and when to blend is if they were divine, as you watch their creation come to life. It’s nothing short of brilliance.
As you stand in amazement, you think they are certainly done from what you can tell. Yet, they stop, take a moment to observe their work and say, “No, not yet.”

They then go to whole another level of painting, as they add a new layer of paint to the canvas. As you wait to see what is becoming of the work, you begin to rest. You begin to understand what it means to slow down and enjoy it. Appreciate it. You begin to understand why they do what they do and become content, trusting the direction of the artist. Your soul becomes at peace with wherever they are going with it, no matter how long it takes. You have no doubt when they’re done, you will behold a masterpiece.

God is the Artist and He’s making you a masterpiece. Some things haven’t happened yet, but begin to rest in the Father’s work. Slow down and you’ll see exactly what’s He’s doing. Like winking the eye, the Father says trust Me. Regarding that desire for a wife, trust Me. When I’m done, it will be a masterpiece.

Prayer: Father, I praise You. You are making a masterpiece for me. You are even working on a mate for me that I desire. Help me to understand and see that You are doing so many things for me right now. I will trust Your direction. I will be patient and trust You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Study: Ecclesiastes 3:11, James 1:4, 1 Timothy 6:6