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    Resource Details

    The Window of Waiting

    Andy Wood | December 3, 2023

    Join Pastor Andy as he teaches on the story of Mary and how God can use us in seasons of waiting.

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    Scriptures Used
    Micah 5:2; Romans 8:20-22; Luke 1:38; James 1:2-4; Luke 1:18-20; Galatians 4:4-5; Luke 1:42-45; 2 Thessalonians 3:6; Philippians 1:12-14; 2 Peter 3:8-9

    The Journey of Waiting:

    • We are all waiting for something.
    • Waiting is a window of time.
    • While waiting, my responsibility is to actively trust in God. 

    While I'm waiting God is working…

    1. God is working in me.  (Luke 1:26–38)

    In the waiting, what is God trying to form in me?

    ACTION PLAN: In your quiet times this week, bring this question to God: In the waiting, what is God trying to form in me? Talk with God about it and take time to listen to whatever he might want to impress upon you.

    1. God is working around me. (Luke 1:11–20)

    ACTION PLAN: Who in your neighborhood could you invite to a Christmas service? Begin praying this week for God to show you who and to give you boldness to invite them.

    In the waiting, what does God want me to pray for?

    1. God is working through me. (Luke 1:39–45)

    In waiting, where is God wanting me to increase my faithfulness?

    ACTION PLAN: Make sure to download the Saddleback App to walk through the Journey to the Manger digital experience. Learn more here.

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      December 24, 2023
    • The Journey of Discovery
      December 17, 2023
    • The Way to Find What I’m Looking For
      December 10, 2023
    • The Window of Waiting
      December 3, 2023
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