When we’re in a season of waiting, it’s never just a season of waiting. Rather, it’s a season of preparation, self-improvement, giving, servanthood, and always sanctification. Throughout the Psalms we see Scripture encouraging us to wait patiently before the Lord…all the while being strong, confident, and keeping His ways. (Psalm 27:14, Psalm 37: 7,34) That’s because waiting can never be passive where we’re just standing by enduring our current situation. No, it’s a time of preparation for God’s purposes and responsibilities to come…and it’s a time of intentional growth in our relationship with the Lord. For a season of waiting requires our responsibility and effort…understanding that the struggle is real to forge on ahead in hope.