He wants us to stay in Him so that we can run and not get weary, walk and not faint. He wants us to do everything He tells us to do and still have energy.
Waiting on the Lord is an inner heart attitude we develop of, "God, I cannot do anything apart from you." This attitude says, "I'm waiting on You, Lord, all day long. I'm looking to you for what I need: for the wisdom, strength, energy I need and for the anointing to be released through me."
Don't ever think because you have done something well in the past that you can do it well again. Without dependence on God, you can fall flat on your face at any time.
Anointing increases from waiting, depending and leaning on God like a helpless child, saying, "God help me. I need You; I can't do this without You." Until we learn this dependency on God for help and direction, we will be worn out all the time - weary warriors and fainting saints.
God's flow of energy will not freely come to us until we understand that the humble are the ones who receive help. "Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time" ( 1 Peter 5:6, emphasis mine).
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Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on the mind, mouth, moods and attitudes. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.
