Article January 11, 1982 Issue

Patiently waiting for an answer

HOLLY B. SUHI

Paul, in his letter to the Galatians, teaches that "longsuffering," rendered "patience" in many modern translations of the Bible, is a fruit of the Spirit.^{See Gal. 5:22.} What benefits can patience bring to the practicing Christian? Let me tell you about my experience.

At one point in my life I felt the need for new direction in my career. I turned to God for an answer and soon felt a growing conviction that a certain type of work evidenced His plan for me. But somehow I did not feel peaceful about taking the initial step and so was reluctant to proceed in the midst of mental turbulence.

In my daily prayer I earnestly turned to God, trying to see that He was the only possible influence in my life. Over and over again I endeavored to yield self-will and worries to God's will and His care for every facet of my career, including my present employment and my anticipated work. For two years I waited for His direction. (That is to say, I waited for Christ's impress upon my heart, which would cause me finally to know without a doubt what was to be done and when to do it.)

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