Photo by Todd Quackenbush on Unsplash
The Lily’s Patience: A young woman constantly struggles with anxiety about her future. She observes the lilies in her garden and notices how they grow effortlessly, without stress or rushing. They bloom exactly at the right time, beautiful and serene. Inspired by Jesus’ words to “consider the lilies,” she begins to release her need for control and learns to trust in God’s timing. As the seasons change, she notices that her life too begins to bloom—each stage of growth unfolding perfectly under the Creator’s hand. This story reminds us that just as the lilies thrive under God’s care, so can we when we trust His timing.
“And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.” (Matthew 6:28-29 ESV)
Jesus invites us to observe nature’s calm reliance on God’s provision. The lilies neither rush nor strive, yet they grow into their full beauty. In the same way, we are called to trust in God’s care and timing, knowing He will provide for our needs.
“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1 ESV)
Life is marked by seasons—each with its unique purpose. Ecclesiastes 3:1 affirms that every event in life has its proper time, encouraging us to embrace each stage with patience and trust in God’s perfect timing.
Time is not meant for striving but for trusting. Jesus’ teaching about the lilies points to the natural rhythm of life as evidence of God’s faithful provision. Ecclesiastes reassures us that every season unfolds according to God’s design. Instead of rushing through life, we are called to embrace each moment, trusting that God’s timing is perfect.
Spiritual Move: Rule for Life – Create a rhythm that reflects your commitment to follow God faithfully. Develop a personal “rule of life” or follow a liturgical calendar that helps you live in alignment with God’s will. Let your life flow with the natural rhythms He has set in motion, allowing progression and growth to unfold in His perfect timing.
Journal Prompts: What areas of your life do you find yourself rushing through? How can you embrace God’s timing and trust in His provision for the future?