The Book of James

Jul 20, 2025    Lacey Hartman

⏳ How do you stay patient when life feels slow, uncertain, or out of control?

In Week 13 of our Book of James series, Pastor Jarod unpacks what it means to have a faith that waits—a deep trust in God's timing even when nothing seems to be happening.

James, the half-brother of Jesus and the first pastor of the early church, teaches us that patience isn’t passive—it’s powerful. It’s not about sitting still, but standing firm with hope, expectancy, and endurance. Drawing from James 5:7–12, this message dives into what real patience looks like when:

You're waiting for breakthrough

People are testing your limits

Life isn’t going according to your timeline

You’re tempted to give up or give in

💥 You’ll discover how to:

Submit to God's timing

Develop a long fuse

Wait with expectation and hope

Resist grumbling and comparison

Speak with integrity and holy confidence

Whether you’re waiting for healing, clarity, provision, or answered prayers—God is working in your waiting. You can trust Him. The rain will come. The harvest is ahead.

📖 Scripture Reference: James 5:7–12

🙌 Main Theme: Patience is the mark of spiritual maturity