Sometimes God says yes. Sometimes he says no. And then sometimes he says WAIT.
Sometimes waiting is harder than just a flat out ‘no’ as an answer. But I have learned that there is always purpose in the waiting.
Waiting teaches us to persevere.
Waiting strengthens our faith.
Waiting allows God to work things out for us in a way we could never accomplish on our own.
Waiting makes our dream more precious as we watch it unfold one beautiful page at a time in the story of our lives.
Today I present to you one of my dreams.
It’s been growing slowly but steadily for quite some time. My wonderful family and some precious close friends have been traveling this journey with me for well over two years. I am so thankful for each of them. I could never have come this far without so much encouragement, support and countless prayers.
Looking back on this journey, I see God’s fingerprints deeply embedded in the process. He has led me step by step and opened doors that I could have never even found on my own. He planted the dream in my heart and he has faithfully kept it alive even when I thought it would not happen. Again he has proven his faithfulness to me.
I present to you the manuscript to my first book…or what I’ve come to refer to as “my heart on paper.”
I have sent it off to my publisher, bound and wrapped in prayers that God will use this book however he would choose for his glory.
If you’re reading this right now and you have a dream that seems too big or too impossible for you, then it is a dream worth pursuing! Never never never give up on a dream. All things are possible with God! All things!
The book “Nuggets from the Heart” will be coming this Fall!
Keep watching for updates as the journey continues!
Then the Lord answered me and said: “Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; but at the end it will speak, and it will not lie.Though it tarries, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. Habakkuk 2:2-3 NKJV
PS: Are you waiting on a dream that God planted in your heart some time ago or even recently? I would love to pray for you to persevere as you wait for God to fulfill it. Leave a comment below. You can share as much as you wish or simply say “Pray for my dream.” Remember, though it tarries, it will surely come!
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Thank you for the beautiful article above. I am requesting a prayer to be answered. Recently, in the past year, I have lost myself and fight daily to remember to pray. I am exhausted and that became an excuse… then I realized, I lost my way.
Please pray that I find our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ , the Holy Spirtit and my Heavenly Father.
Thank you for wanting the best for those who lost.
Louise I am glad this story has spoken to you in a special way. I will pray for you as you seek God on a deeper level. He loves you very much. The Bible tells us that as we seek him, we will find him. I hope you come back to this site often and that you will continue to find encouragement here. Blessings!
Thank you for being an encourager, and giving God the glory. I look forward to learning more about your book……
Hi Tammy. I am so glad you found me. Please come back soon and stay tuned on the book progress. Blessings!
Congratulations!!!! You can pray that God helps me publish my book as well. God bless you!
Elder Aretha Grant
Aretha that is so exciting. I know how much of a commitment this is for you. Yes I pray that the Lord will direct you and give you all you need to persevere and see this through! Blessings.
How absolutely wonderful! I’m m so excited for you Rosie and you have actually encouraged me today to keep persevering until I achieve my Promise Land. Praise God that you’ve accomplished all you have!
Thank you Natalie. I am excited too. Don’t give up on reaching your goal. It will be worth it! Blessings.
Rosie, I’m so excited for you! Sincere congratulations my friend! I pray God continues to use you and your beautiful words to bless and encourage many – the same way they have blessed and encouraged me! I can’t wait to get a copy and read it and show everyone I know the book my friend wrote!
I certainly do understand that God so often asks us to wait. Wait while He works. It’s always worth it in the end. I’m waiting on a number of dreams right now, but I see His hand in it all and am okay with the wait. (Most of the time.) I have so many ideas for books and ministries that could come from God’s work in our story… but first I have to wait on the really big dream – healing and restoration for our family. God is able!
Esther my friend, every dream in your heart has been placed there by the Father. Wait on your promises. God will work things out one step at a time. You will have such a story to share in time. Blessings always and thank you for all your support!
Congratulations on your book! What an incredibly relevant topic. Waiting can be difficult and we so often need to be reminded of the Lord’s perfect timeline. Many blessings to you as you publish it.
Hi Hannah. Thank you for the well wishes. I am glad the post encouraged you today. Blessings.
I’d like to think that God still knows what He’s doing 🙂
Hi Andrea. Oh I have no doubt He always knows exactly what he is doing! Thank you for stopping by today. Blessings.
Congratulations on your new book! May God use it abundantly to encourage others! Thank you for sharing your heart and wisdom!
Thank you Chris! That is exactly what my hope and prayer is…that God will use it to be an encouragement. Blessings.
Congratulations on following your heart and writing your book! I know how this is a huge undertaking, and how much patience it takes to unfold such a project. Your words on waiting are so wise and true! I’m developing a documentary film that has been the absolutely hardest thing I’ve ever done, the proposal itself taking 6 months. I’m weary and not patient today, so your words mean so much and give me strength to persevere and wait on the Lord!
I know God has a reason for this long winded process and will carry me where I need to go, patience and faith first!! Blessings, so thankful you visited my blog so I can visit your lovely website and learn more about your and your project!
Thank you Kathy. It has certainly been a God journey and I know there is more to come. Keep pressing forth in your endeavors as well. God’s timing is perfect. We just have to trust him and allow him to pave the way. He is faithful!
Congratulations! I am looking forward to reading your book!
Thank you Joy! I pray it will be a blessing to you and that you will share it with people you know could use some encouragement! God bless you.
My dear friend, congratulations! God’s work through your book is not yet completed. For even though the manifested dream is in your hands, the journey has just begun. I think of all the people your beautiful words will minister to and offer a loving hand, holding tightly, to walk life’s roads, hills, and valleys. God’s Spirit is in us, but He gives us wonderful people like you that physically embody His great love for us. It is an honor to be on this journey with you dear friend. Love you so much!
“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10a
Debbie my friend what sweet words of encouragement. Thank you for traveling part of this journey with me. God bless you my friend.
Rosie, I’m so glad you are launching a book! I am looking forward to reading it. I’ll be praying for you too. I’m a fan already!
My second book has been detoured several times. God’s time.
Thanks for the reminder about God’s ways. Sometimes he says ‘wait’. I am not a nice picture of someone waiting, but I know God is at the end.
Thank you April. I SO appreciate your continued prayers. It has been a God journey for sure. One day I will recap just how he ordered my steps through this! Blessings sister.
Praising God for all He has done as I read through this post today. We serve such a faithful God!! Your words of encouragement and wisdom will bless all who read this book. Can hardly wait to have a copy in my hands! It will always represent to me a dream, a vision, prayer, perseverance, prayer, prayer, prayer, obedience and faithfulness to the end. i’m so excited to see all that God has in store for this book. A powerful anointing is over these words for sure!
My dear friend thank you for walking this journey with me. Your support in this has been a great blessing. Keep praying . We both know God hears and answers! Love you Rose.
Rosie, this is a prayer answered for me to see this finished for you. Glory to God. For all that He has and will be doing for you. From your biggest fan. ❤️Tee
Tee thank you for your sweet comment! You’ve been by my side through part of this journey and I’m so thankful you were! Blessings my friend. Love you.