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\u201cEven in the waiting, I can rest in God\u2019s faithfulness because what He promised may not be here yet, but it will come soon.\u201d\u00a0Sandi<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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From my journal entry, 2018. Not Yet, but Soon.<\/h2>\n

He is Father God, and no matter how dark the valley, He is there. No matter how steep the climb, He holds the safety rope. No matter how lonely the journey, He is a constant companion.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon, I will be back at my desk, writing and sharing more about this cancer journey and the life lessons it is bringing. Through the pain, heartache, uncertainty, tears, anguish, and struggle to keep one foot in front of another, faith in God trumps them all. I cannot <\/a><\/span>falter as long as I hold tight to His Hand.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon, I will be back digging in the dirt, feeling the cool, rich soil in my hands.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon, this journey will be behind me, and tears of joy will flow as I hold my baby girls close, snuggling, with no concern about a low immunity system.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon, I will knock on the doors of my wonderful family and friends who have shown up at our \u201cglass door\u201d bringing gifts of love and encouragement. They have loved and encouraged not only me but also my husband in countless ways. On these sleepless nights, I see their faces and pray for each one.<\/p>\n

Today I walked through the overgrown, weedy gardens. How thankful I am that through the years I planned, designed, labored, and nurtured these gardens so that today I can walk through them and feel pure enjoyment despite the weeds.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon, I will pull every one of those invading weeds out of my gardens. But until then, the flowers are still blooming and the bees are humming. Life is good.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon. Until then, my faithful Father guides me through this journey. I’m learning more about patience in the waiting, about resting in His love, about trusting His truths, and standing on His promises even when I can\u2019t yet see the full picture.<\/p>\n

Not yet, but soon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Reflective Questions<\/h2>\n

Where are we being invited to practice patience in this season?<\/p>\n

How have we experienced God\u2019s love and strength while waiting?<\/p>\n

Which of His promises do we need to hold onto more tightly right now?<\/p>\n

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Where Do We Go From Here?<\/h2>\n

While we wait, the time is not wasted. We can stay rooted in God\u2019s Word, letting His promises strengthen our hearts when uncertainty presses in. Our prayers can shift from requests of \u201cWhen, Lord?\u201d<\/em> to the deeper trust of \u201cLord, help me wait with faith.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Gratitude becomes our daily practice, reminding us that even in the weeds of life, there is still beauty to enjoy. Waiting doesn\u2019t mean we stop living. God calls us to keep serving, loving, and growing while He works behind the scenes.<\/p>\n

And above all, we rest in His unfailing love, knowing that the One who planted the seeds will bring them to life in His perfect timing.<\/p>\n

It’s been 7 years since I wrote Not Yet, but Soon. God is faithful. He brought me through it and if you are struggling, He will walk beside you and bring you through the journey. Imagine all the seeds He is planting and there will come a time, you will enjoy the beauty from the seeds.<\/p>\n

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A Call to Prayer<\/h2>\n

Lord, when we face a season of waiting, help us to trust You more deeply. Strengthen our hearts when impatience and doubt rise. Teach us to rest in Your love, to stay rooted in Your Word, and to hold fast to Your promises, even when we cannot see the outcome. In Jesus\u2019 name, amen.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Lord is my strength and shield. I trust Him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.\u201d Psalm 28:7 (NLT)<\/p>\n

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Follow the link to my bookshop where you will see details about my book, Promises & Prayers<\/a>, a devotional journey exploring the promises of God and His faithfulness during the cancer journey. It is God’s Word for you today if you are going through any type of circumstance that causes your heart to tremble and your knees shake with doubt.<\/p>\n

Enjoy this song, Shelter Me (Elohim Songs: Andy Huynh)<\/a>. Close your eyes and meditate on the presence of Jesus, where the cares of this world fade away.<\/p>\n

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