In The Waiting | 20.09.2026

What do you do when you boldly declare "...but Jesus," yet wake up the next morning and the mountain still hasn't moved? We learn to speak faith over our circumstances, but when days turn into weeks, months, or even years of divine silence, doubt easily creeps back in. It’s easy to feel forgotten, to question if our prayers are working, or to slip back into fear when God doesn't arrive on our schedule. In this message, we return to the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in John 11 to explore what happens in the tension between asking and receiving. Discover how to anchor your heart when God delays, shift your trust from a specific outcome to the Savior Himself, and take active, obedient steps while resting in the waiting. -- Key Takeaways: -- Why Mary and Martha appealed to Jesus' love for Lazarus rather than their own merit, and how God's love remains constant even when circumstances feel unresolved. Understanding why Jesus intentionally waited two days before going to Bethany, and how God uses waiting seasons to build deeper belief rather than abandon us. The subtle danger of anchoring our faith only to a desired outcome, and why our confidence must rest in who Jesus is rather than what He immediately provides. Why waiting on God isn’t passive, and how taking the next small step of practical obedience prepares the way for Him to move. -- Key Scriptures: -- John 11:1–17 John 11:35–44 Romans 8:28 -- Next Steps & Reflection: -- Are you currently in a season of waiting on God? Where can you take your eyes off the outcome you want and place them back on the Savior who loves you? Drop a comment below or share this message with someone who needs encouragement in the middle of their wait. -- Want to Chat? -- Get in touch via our website (rbapchurch.org) or the myRBC app!