Matthew 2 The story of Joseph and Mary on the run and birth of Jesus Christ

Hebrews 11:6. But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

Matthew 4:1-11 where Jesus was lead into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted of the devil.

Exodus 17:5-6)."The Lord answered Moses, “Go out in front of the people. Take with you some of the elders of Israel and take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. I will stand there before you by the rock at Horeb. Strike the rock, and water will come out of it for the people to drink.” So Moses did this in the sight of the elders of Israel"

Numbers 20:7-8 The LORD said to Moses,“Take the staff, and you and your brother Aaron gather the assembly together. Speak to that rock before their eyes and it will pour out its water. You will bring water out of the rock for the community so they and their livestock can drink.”

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5 important reasons why God could be making you wait that we don't often consider. And the five reasons are as follows.

1. He’s preparing you for what he promised
2. He’s teaching you how to be patient
3. He’s strengthening your faith
4. He wants you to fix your eyes on him instead of the promise
5. You’re waiting on something God never promised you