Genuine Honor
Often, my siblings and I host dinners at our homes and invite the whole family. We send each other a quick text with the set time. Once dinner is served and all the siblings have gathered, there is usually a spot set aside just for Dad. We never know what he is doing when he says he’ll be right there. Sometimes it’s over an hour past the appointed time, and he’s nowhere to be seen. Of course, every host worries about the meal getting cold and the children who nag to eat. But where is Dad? All you can do is wait patiently. Sometimes, we give up waiting and start eating. Dad never gets mad but will throw in a funny joke about our lack of patience. I didn't think much of it until one day I realized he jokes about it because his honor is on the line. We honor him by waiting patiently. Even in his delays, time isn't wasted; it is an opportunity to show him respect. I’ve noticed a similar pattern when we spend quiet time waiting on the Lord. We often find ourselves waiting for His ...
