Praise & Pray

Last year, we discussed the issue of Veiled Statements. Then, we learned that sometimes, God reveals things to us that we won't immediately understand. He might do this so that the recipient can ease into the fullness of the information being shared without fear. And when this happens, the person must be intentional to receive the additional wisdom that will bring clarity to what was revealed.

Often God uses the veiled statement approach with certain people to keep them 'hooked' and therefore focused on Him. Think about it this way. Some people are stimulated by puzzle pieces, which is why even low-tech puzzle games remain popular today. Such a person is excited to put the puzzle together, and they will patiently take their time, no matter how long, to find the right pieces and complete the task.

It should therefore be no surprise that God would give this individual a veiled statement. A part of the puzzle that requires them to patiently seek out the next piece. God uses this approach to keep this person's attention and guides them every step of the way until they've completed the 'puzzle' with His help.

And if God does this with someone who doesn't typically have the patience for puzzles, then there's a good reason for this. He might be teaching the person to develop patience. He could also be developing in them a capacity to slow down and spend more time in His presence so that they gain understanding.

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Thus, if you prayed for something and feel you received a veiled statement in return, I implore you not to be frustrated. Whatever you do, don't grumble or complain. And please, please, please, don't walk away from God in impatience. And if you do any of these things, repent, return to Him, and be restored in loving relationship.

Instead, consider your situation from a different perspective: God gave you a piece of the puzzle because He knows this is the best way for you to receive the wisdom and blessings He has in store for you. If this is what God is doing with you, I strongly encourage you to walk with humility and patience. Anything else could cause you to overlook what God is doing in you, for you, and with you.

And trust me, I am speaking from experience when I say you don't want to miss God's plan and timing for your life. The next puzzle piece may take much longer than you'd like before it makes an appearance. When that happens, you'll spend much longer waiting for what you could have received long before.

So trust Him and don't let the Box of Fear stop you from enjoying what God has for you. Your faith may be little, but that's okay. There's a reason why Jesus taught that a mustard seed of faith was enough to do great things. Fast and pray for God to increase your faith. Ask Him for the fruits of the Spirit, which include patience. Seek His wisdom through Bible study and dedicated prayers. And wait on Him for additional revelation.

If He provided you a veiled statement, then know there's more to receive. Don't allow frustration, impatience, or willful sin to keep you from receiving the insight you need. As a believer, you have direct access to the mind of God through Christ, so seek Him out even more.

As you await fellowship at Noon EST, consider reading the Altar Call below and the following previous P&P messages:

1. Let God Have His Way

2. Hear to receive the new

3. Hear Him

4. Listen & Check the Word

5. God's Best is for His Children

6. God's Mysterious Word

7. Stay in God's Service

8. Don't let the devil choke the word of God from you

9. Stay in God's Plan and Timing

10. Don't Ignore God's Knowledge

11. You Need A Revelation: Beware The Lie

12. The Impact of Your Relationship With God

13. Put God's Concerns First

14. The Veiled Statement

15. How To Treat What God Reveals

16. Topic: God's Word