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Don't Waste Your Waiting
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Betsy Childs Howard, Mark Vroegop , as published by The Gospel Coalition
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Bible commends and commands waiting as a hallmark of faithful discipleship, providing an opportunity to trust and lean on God.
Waiting is a difficult and uncomfortable experience that can remind individuals of their lack of control. The Bible commends and commands waiting as a hallmark of faithful discipleship, providing an opportunity to trust and lean on God. Mark Vroegop and Betsy Childs Howard discussed waiting and strategies for spiritual growth in a conversation.
They shared personal experiences and explored waiting in a biblical context, as well as challenges and responses to waiting. Further details on their discussion, including strategies for coping with waiting and supporting others, are available from the source, along with additional resources such as Seasons of Waiting.
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Category: missions Published: August 28, 2026 Source: The Gospel Coalition Reading time: 1 min
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