Congregation Magazine

69 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

1/5

3 saved

6

SOMETIMES GOD WORKS IN THE WAIT

Joseph waited 13 years between the dream and the promise.

There were moments of betrayal.

Moments of disappointment.

Moments when it probably seemed like God was silent.

But God was still working.

Maybe you're waiting for a breakthrough.

Maybe you're waiting for healing.

Maybe you're waiting for an opportunity.

Maybe you're waiting for an answered prayer.

Don't lose heart.

The same God who guided Joseph through the waiting season is guiding you too.

✨ The waiting may be preparation for what God has planned next.

🙏 What is something you are trusting God for right now?

#CongregationMagazine #Faith #Hope #Purpose #TrustGod #Prayer #ChristianEncouragement #BibleLessons #Joseph #SpiritualKnowledge #fyp

6/10 Edited to

Waiting can often feel discouraging, especially when the silence seems endless, but just like Joseph’s story in the Bible, these periods serve a significant purpose. Joseph’s 13 years of waiting were filled with betrayal, false accusations, and imprisonment, yet throughout it all, God was quietly orchestrating a plan. This reminds me personally of moments when I felt stuck in my career, hopeful for advancement yet facing rejections and setbacks. During those times, I learned that waiting isn’t passive; it’s a season of preparation and growth. Often, God is working behind the scenes—strengthening character, providing insight, or aligning circumstances—that we don’t immediately see. Like Psalm 37:7 advises, "Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him." Patience and trust become vital tools in these seasons. For anyone waiting for healing, an opportunity, or an answered prayer, it helps to remember that God’s silence does not mean absence. It’s important to hold onto faith and seek support through prayer and community. Reflecting on Joseph’s journey offers encouragement that enduring trials with trust can lead to profound breakthroughs. In my experience, keeping a journal of prayers and progress helped me recognize the subtle ways God was working even when results were not apparent. If you’re in a waiting season today, take heart—God’s preparation is happening, and your breakthrough could be closer than it seems. What you are trusting God for right now might be the very thing He is using your patience to prepare you for.

Related posts

Reminders For The Girl Waiting On God 🤍

Waiting on God can feel lonely sometimes, especially when everyone around you seems to be moving faster, getting the relationship, the breakthrough, the answered prayer, or the life you’ve been praying for 🤍 But I’m slowly learning that God’s timing is not punishment. Some seasons are for growin

672 likes

What Ruth Taught Me About Trusting God

What Ruth taught me about trusting God 🤍 Ruth’s story reminds us that trusting God doesn’t always mean having a clear plan. When Ruth chose to stay with Naomi, she had no idea what was waiting for her on the other side of her obedience. She didn’t know about Boaz. She didn’t know about re

788 likes

Let God Break Your Heart ❤️‍🩹

Sometimes in life, we face situations where it feels like everything is falling apart, and we’re left wondering why. It’s like the world around us is crumbling, and we’re left with a broken heart and shattered dreams. But maybe, just maybe, there’s a purpose behind the pain. Some believe that God w

418 likes

When Life Doesn't Make Sense, Keep Trusting God

There will be seasons when life doesn't make sense. Prayers seem unanswered. Doors remain closed. And the path ahead feels uncertain. But faith was never about understanding everything. Faith is trusting that God is working even when you cannot see it. A seed grows underground long

33 likes

Fill in my Church Notes with me! Pt. 3🌸

Today’s reminder from church really hit me: praise isn’t a payment for a blessing — praise shifts atmospheres. Sometimes we wait for everything to be perfect before we praise God, but the message today reminded me that praise is something we should do early, publicly, and completely. 🙌🏽 The e

471 likes

Trusting God When You Can’t See The Outcome

Sometimes the hardest part of faith is trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. Don’t let silence convince you that God is absent. Keep praying. Keep obeying. Keep trusting. #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #ChristianEncouragement #MessianicFaith #Yeshua

13 likes

5 WAYS GOD SPEAKS💕✝️…

Hey everyone! I thought i’d share with you ways God speaks to me. I used to struggle with understanding the way He speaks and only thought He spoke through an audible voice. Come to find out God being the amazing wonderus Creator He is, He speaks in MANY ways. This is to encourage somebody! If

2063 likes

why God sometimes says wait 🤍

not every blessing arrives looking like a blessing the delay the closed door the season that stretched you it may not be punishment it may be preparation God sees the entire picture when we only see one chapter ✨ #FaithBasedLifestyle #ChristianLiving #TrustGod #GodsTi

1 like

Faith & Feelings: Anchoring Emotions in God’s Word

We all walk through different emotions daily—joy, sadness, fear, strength, peace. But the beautiful truth is: God’s Word speaks to every single one of them. 💛 💡 The Bible Verse Emotion Wheel reminds us that no matter how we feel—whether weak, anxious, grateful, or joyful—there’s a verse waiting

268 likes

Sometimes waiting on God hurts

What feels like delay is often divine preparation. Don’t give up in the waiting—God hasn’t forgotten you. #faithjourney #faithbloomwords #jesuschrist #Lemon8

160 likes

An open journal on a wooden surface, with a closed journal behind it, displaying the text: "POV: JOURNALING EDITION 1. Most people don't finish the journals they start." This image supports the idea that unfinished journals are normal.

An open journal on a wooden surface, with a closed journal behind it, displaying the text: "2. Half the time, doodles count as journaling." This image suggests that journaling is flexible and includes various forms of expression.

An open journal on a wooden surface, with a closed journal behind it, displaying the text: "3. Your journal doesn't care if you skip a week (or a month)." This image promotes a non-judgmental approach to consistent journaling.

Lets stop pretending journaling works all the time

Here’s the thing nobody admits — stacks of half-filled journals are normal. It doesn’t mean you “failed.” It means you started, you wrote what you needed in that season, and then you moved on. Sometimes a journal is just a chapter, not the whole story. And isn’t that the point? Life changes. We

58 likes

God Works While You Wait

Gideon was threshing grain, hiding, uncertain—yet God saw strength in him. Don’t rush past your quiet season. It’s where warriors are formed. #Judges6 #Godisseeingyou #slowfaith

22 likes

🍋 YOU …Don’t Have to Wait to Start

Sometimes we think we need to wait for the “perfect” moment—maybe a big group, a formal setting, or the right time. But the truth is, Bible study doesn’t have to be complicated, and it doesn’t have to wait for everything to line up perfectly. You can start right where you are, with the people aroun

48 likes

God Wanted You to See This Today 🤍

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, heartbroken, anxious, or silently fighting battles nobody sees… this is your reminder that God hasn’t left your side. He sees every tear, every prayer, and every moment you almost gave up. Your story isn’t over yet. Healing takes time, growth takes faith, and someti

41 likes

Sometimes God lets you date the wrong person - not to punish you, but to prepare you.

He lets you see what love is not, so you'll recognize what it is. He lets you feel the weight of compromise, so you'll value alignment. He lets you taste heartbreak, so you'll learn dependence on Him. The wrong person can still point you to the right lessons. #relatable #christiantiktok

873 likes

Looks small,works like a giant.Wait for the inside

Obsessed is an understatement! Finally, a tote that fits my whole life and actually keeps it organized. The quality is top-tier and the color is an exact match. Whether you need a reliable work bag or a versatile everyday carry, this is it. 10/10 would buy again! #totebag #workbag #college

525 likes

When U Don’t Understand What God Is Doing

Sometimes life doesn’t make sense. You pray, you wait, you cry… and still find yourself asking God “why?” But even in the middle of confusion, there’s one thing that never changes—His presence. This prayer is a reminder that even when you don’t understand the process, God is still working behind th

98 likes

Sometimes God just wants you to survive

#godisalwayswithyou #haveabeautifuldayinandonpurpose #trusttheprocess

3 likes

God’s presence is greater than every problem. ✝️🙏

#Lemon8Diary #christian #spirituality #god #viral

107 likes

GET IN THE WORD OF GOD✝️💬SWIPE LEFT🫧

✨ Week 1 of 2026 & I chose the Word over the noise ✨ This first week of the year, I intentionally quieted the distractions of 2025 and made space for God’s voice. No rushing. No scrolling first. Just me, the Word, and obedience 📖🤍 If you’re asking God for clarity, direction, peace, and al

5 likes

God Is Still Working

Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” Sometimes life doesn’t make sense. Plans fall apart. Doors close. Prayers seem unanswered. In those moments it’s easy to wonder where God is. Bu

612 likes

THE LOADING SCREEN ERA IS OVER! HERES WHAT WORKS 👇

If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgot why you were there, tried to text back and got distracted by dust, or re-read the same sentence in a book like you’re decoding ancient symbols... congrats babe, you might be in your Brain Fog Era. 😭 And I’m not saying that lightly—I’ve BEEN there.

944 likes

God says "watch me."

Y’all remember that season when the doors were closed, the answers were silent, and you honestly couldn’t see a way forward? The moment when your own plan ran out, your strength felt thin, and all you could do was pray, “Lord, I don’t know how this works out.” God made a way. Not always the w

301 likes

Forced Pt. 1: God Is Processing Me Privately 🎀

This sermon reminded me that hidden does not mean forgotten. 🎀 Sometimes we love the idea of purpose, but we resist the process that comes with it. We want the calling, the visibility, the breakthrough, and the next level — but God cares about who we are becoming before He lets us step into what

16 likes

Sometimes God’s answer isn’t yes or no… it’s wait.

Sometimes God’s answer isn’t yes or no… it’s wait. But waiting with God is never wasted. 🙏 Psalm 27:14. #BibleInBiteSize #WaitOnTheLord #Psalm2714 #TrustGodsTiming #FaithOverFear

4 likes

A dark green Bible with colorful tabs marking different books, featuring text overlays 'How to grow closer to God' and 'And how to start reading your bible!'

A green background with text encouraging readers to start their journey with God, quoting Matthew 7:7, and prompting to swipe for more content.

A phone screen displaying a Bible verse from Joshua 1:9 as wallpaper, with text explaining its importance for daily prayer and spreading the gospel.

How to grow closer to God 🤍

I’m so happy you decided to start this journey! It’s not easy believe me, you will be judged, you will lose people, you will be called delulu, but it’s beyond worth it. Your life will literally change, and transform into the will God has made for you. And remember, stay focused through this journey

495 likes

Sometimes Separation Is Part of the Love Story

Sometimes the story isn’t over… it’s just being rewritten. I was talking with a friend who told me his ex still watches every one of his stories. Quiet. No comments. No likes. Just watching. Almost like she’s still checking in from a distance. He went through a rough season. Pride got in the

5 likes

The strategy works but….

I’ve tried launching with funnels, ads, trending sounds, and perfect captions. And sometimes—it did work. But it never sustained me. Because strategy without spiritual alignment is like building a house with no foundation. It looks good. It might get likes. But when pressure comes—it collapse

7 likes

A person's crossed legs in black pants and sneakers, with a hand resting on the thigh. Overlay text reads: 'The Prayer I Pray When I Feel Discouraged' with a red heart and book icon.

A person's crossed legs in black pants and sneakers, with a hand resting on the thigh. Overlay text displays a prayer starting with 'God I need your help right now.'

A person's crossed legs in black pants and sneakers, with a hand resting on the thigh. Overlay text states: 'Inspired by Psalms 121:1 & Proverbs 3:5-6'.

Before you keep scrolling, pause for 30 seconds and give your worries to God🙌🏾

Sometimes you've could be carrying something for longer than anyone realizes. Maybe you're trying to trust God while still sorting through a lot of emotions. Prayer isn't about having the perfect words🙌🏾 It's about bringing your heart to God and allowing His promises to spe

1148 likes

Faith Without Works Is Dead

“What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,’ but you do not give them the things which are needed for

2 likes

An image titled 'HOW TRUSTING GOD TURNS CHALLENGES INTO BLESSINGS' features a woman walking on a path towards a sunrise. It lists ways God transforms setbacks, delays, and loss into faith and purpose, quoting Romans 8:28. The message encourages trusting God's plan and believing He is working for good.

Sometimes the hardest seasons carry the greatest purpose.

Sometimes the hardest seasons carry the greatest purpose. Trusting God doesn’t remove the challenge—but it transforms it into something meaningful. Even now, He is working it for your good. ✨ #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #faithbloomwords #bible #christian

50 likes

God’s Timing Is Never Late 🙏

Sometimes we rush, we stress, we wonder why things aren’t happening when we want them to… but God doesn’t work on our clock—He works with purpose. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5 Even when it feels like nothing is moving, God is s

0 likes

🫶Love Like God

📖 Matthew 5:16, “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” 🌷 We might be the only glimpse of Jesus someone sees today. The way we speak, forgive, encourage, and love others can point people toward the heart of God in

732 likes

I often struggle with trusting that God is actually working on my behalf. I pray. I wait. And sometimes, I feel like nothing happens. Today, I opened this prayer box that I had started writing prayers in—and stopped—because I felt like, what’s the point? But looking at these prayers today is the

55 likes

POV: You finally found a planner that works with your brain, not against it ✨📖

@The Corporate Girl Planner I didn’t realize how much stress I was creating for myself until I switched planners. 😩 I’ve tried notebooks, random sticky notes, apps, and even my old “corporate girl” setup, but having a planner that’s actually designed with intention has made such a difference.

75 likes

Sometimes we think God said “no” when…

Sometimes we think God said “no” when He really said “not yet.” We pray. We wait. We look at the calendar and wonder if Heaven forgot our address. But Scripture shows us something over and over again. God is rarely early, but He is never late. Abraham waited for a son. Joseph waited in a prison.

3 likes

A hand holds a Bath & Body Works Moonlit Goddess fine fragrance mist and body cream, with an inset image of a Burberry Goddess perfume bottle, highlighting a scent comparison.

Burberry Goddess dupe at Bath & Body works 😍✨

I found this gem today for $5.95 and it smells exactly like the Angham & Burberry Goddess. BBW is doing its thing ☺️ Can’t wait to layer her #bath and body works #gemfinds #Fragrance #perfumelover #fragrancefinds

1534 likes

⏰August 6th: God is Not in a Hurry

You’re not behind — you’re being built. God’s not in a rush, so why are you? He’s not comparing your progress to anyone else’s. He’s shaping something eternal in you, not instant. 📌 Slow miracles still count as miracles. 📖 Lamentations 3:25 reminds us: The Lord is good to those who wait for Hi

7 likes

Prayer still works!!💚

Its been 2 years since ive been back here. I dont know who needs to hear this but sometimes God will allow you to go back to a place you once grew out of to remind you of how far hes brought you from there. Also the same prayers you prayed back then are still working today!!! I prayed for my baby

4 likes

No matter the table,God’s goodness still surround🙌🏾

#Lemon8Diary #christian #thanksgiving #god #viral

12 likes

Sometimes doing the bare minimum for Locs works

Love when my Locs look healthy and full. 2 1/2 years later and they are just thriving💕 When I first started my Loc journey I used to oil regularly, wrap them up, grease them, spritz them all day, go to salon every 3 months and just follow a lot of stuff I saw online since it was new to me and I

96 likes

How to practice quiet time with God !

Sometimes, the loudest answers come in the quietest moments. . Set your phone down, pick up your Bible, and sit with the One who knows you best. . Your quiet time isn't a task—it's a meeting with God. . #Godfirst 🙌🏽 . #JesusLovesYou 🤍 . #QuittimewithGod💜

921 likes

A couple takes a mirror selfie, with the text overlay 'HOW TO BE IN YOUR GODFIDENCE era Pt. 2' in blue and white, serving as the article's title image.

A woman in sunglasses looks out at the ocean, with text pointing to external desires like 'dream home' and 'perfect skin'. The overlay asks, 'What happens when you have everything you've ever wanted and you're still unhappy? Your confidence needs to stem from within and from God instead of external factors How?>>'.

A smiling woman holds a book, surrounded by affirmations like 'Fearfully & wonderfully made,' 'a masterpiece,' and 'daughter of most high King.' The central text reads, 'Read what God's word says about you! The truth!'

How to be in your Godfidence era pt. 2

1. Stop listening to what the world says you need to be confident and successful and start accepting the fact that if you were to get everything you want - Ex. Girl boss, tons of followers, a hot husband, your dream home, glowy skin, traveling the world, babies etc. There is ALWAYS something you&#

239 likes

Works For The Lord Is Not In Vain 🫶🤍

Sometimes when God has us doing special work it feels scary or rocky , it can even have the The feeling like we are r not doing what we are supposed to. This is where trust and afraid comes in. Wet can do all things through Christ who strengthens us! No matter how rocky it May seem or how it doesn’

2 likes

A winding stone path through a sunlit garden, with trees and bushes, is overlaid with the text "KEEP SHOWING UP. SMALL STEPS become GREAT JOURNEYS." in white and gold, conveying a message of perseverance.

✨ Keep Showing Up God Is Working in the Small Steps

The breakthrough you’re praying for may not come all at once. Sometimes God works through daily faithfulness, quiet obedience, and small steps forward. Keep showing up. Keep trusting. Every step matters, and God is leading you farther than you can see. 🙏✨ #FaithJourney #ChristianInspiration

0 likes

An overhead view of ingredients for a gut reset drink, including two boxes of green tea, one box of roasted dandelion root tea, one box of EveryDay Detox lemon tea, and a bottle of Bragg organic apple cider vinegar.

My Go-To Gut Reset Drink That Actually Works 💨✨

If I’m feeling bloated, sluggish, or just off — this is my go-to reset 👇🏽 I mix: 🌿 Green tea 🌼 Roasted dandelion root tea 🫖 EveryDay Detox tea 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar with the mother I drink 6–8 oz hot before my first meal and again after my last meal right before I go to bed. (But

250 likes

Stop Saying You're Waiting on God — Start Moving

- Exodus 14:15 “Why are you crying out to me? Tell the Israelites to move on.” You’ve been praying, fasting, waiting, wondering when God will act, but what if He’s not waiting on your prayers… He’s waiting on your obedience? Sometimes we get stuck thinking God’s delay is about timing, when rea

87 likes

Page 17 titled 'David: A Picture of God's Sovereignty' discusses trusting God's control through adversity, using David's life as an example. It references Psalm 103:19-22 and 1 Chronicles 29:12. A 'lemon8 @fltomboy' watermark is at the bottom.

David: A Picture of God's Sovereignty

Psalms 103:19-22 NIV [19] The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. [20] Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word. [21] Praise the Lord, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. [22] Praise the Lor

1 like

Sometimes Dreams Learn to Wait ✨

A few years ago, I thought my life was heading in a completely different direction. I went back to school, became a board-certified optician, and built a new career helping people see the world more clearly. At the time, I wasn’t performing, teaching, or creating dance content the way I once

1 like

God didn’t do that sis…

Not every struggle is His doing. Sometimes, it's life, choices, or chance. Accountability begins where blame ends. You also have to be mindful of how the devil works. He often disguises his attacks as opportunities. Not every open door is meant for your good. This is where prayer comes

13 likes

Not every battle is against the world, sometimes it’s within us. The habits, the thoughts, the patterns we fall back into. But God doesn’t run from our flaws, He works in them. When we admit, “Lord, I need You to fix me,” we open the door for Him to reshape our hearts, renew our minds, and realign

4 likes

BE PATIENT — Sometimes the wait means something g

⏳ BE PATIENT — Sometimes the wait means something greater is coming. 🙌 God isn’t denying you… He’s preparing you. 💥 The blessing is bigger, so the wait is longer. 💬 If you trust God’s timing, comment “Amen!” 📖 #FaithInTheWaiting #GodsTiming #PatienceIsPower #ChristianTikTok #Wait

1 like

A scenic image features a sunset over a green field with distant trees and a road. Overlaid text reads: 'BE PATIENT, SOMETIMES GOD MAKES US WAIT LONGER BECAUSE THE BLESSING IS BIGGER.' Decorative elements include a butterfly, a crown, and sparkles around the sun.

Be patient, sometimes Godmakes us wait longer beca

#godislove #blessed

8 likes

See more