Waiting For and On Jesus

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Christ did not have to offer himself many times. He wasn't like a high priest who goes into the most holy place each year to offer the blood of an animal.  If he had offered himself every year, he would have suffered many times since the creation of the world. But instead, near the end of time he offered himself once and for all, so he could be a sacrifice that does away with sin.  We die only once, and then we are judged.  So Christ died only once to take away the sins of many people. But when he comes again, it will not be to take away sin. He will come to save everyone who is waiting for him. 

Hebrews 9:25-28 - CEV

If you were a waiter at a five star restaurant, your job would be complicated.  Not only would you serve the food and take away the dishes, but you would "watch and wait" as you are ready to respond to any of the wishes of those you are serving!

Waiting for Jesus to return is not a passive activity of watching the sky and hoping that it will be today.  We not only wait for Jesus, we also wait on Jesus!  We look for His face not just to see it, but more importantly to see His expressions.  Is He wanting you to do something for or even say something to this person you have encountered today?  

In His face you can see if the Lord is pleased with the next step you intend to take.  In His face you can see what He thinks of every thought that you allow to stay in your mind.  

When you wait for and on Jesus, your day is busy beyond your imagination.   Ask the question: "Is this what Jesus wants me to do today?" 

When you are "Waiting for Jesus" you are watching for Him to let you know what He needs! When you respond with obedience, peace that goes beyond understanding and the joy of Heaven itself will fill your heart!

"Lord Jesus, may I wait for and on You today and every day for the rest of my life.  Praise Your Holy Name, now and forever.  Amen."