Being Too Busy To Wait on God (Clip)
Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of waiting on God rather than being consumed by busyness, urging believers to prioritize spiritual fullness over worldly activity.
This sermon emphasizes the value of waiting in the presence of God, highlighting how often people equate busyness with success but true fulfillment comes from being full of the things of God. It challenges the notion of constant busyness and encourages a shift towards being full in God's presence rather than just being occupied with tasks.
Full Transcript
It could have been when the day was over. When they did their thing, they went and waited in the upper room. They waited in the upper room.
They waited in the upper room. And in that waiting time, it was not wasted time. And I just see so many people that are so busy, especially men.
You know how we rate success? By how busy we are. I did for many years. Man, that guy's so busy.
And now I kind of cringe when people say that. Just say I'm full. I'm really full right now.
I'm not too busy. Full of the things of God. But busy doing what?
Sermon Outline
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I. The Example of Waiting in the Upper Room
- The disciples waited after Jesus' ascension
- Waiting was purposeful, not wasted
- Waiting prepared them for the Holy Spirit
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II. The Culture of Busyness
- Busyness is often mistaken for success
- Many people, especially men, pride themselves on being busy
- Busyness can distract from spiritual growth
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III. Redefining Fullness
- Being 'full' should mean full of God, not just activity
- True fullness comes from spiritual priorities
- Encouragement to evaluate what fills our time
Key Quotes
“They waited in the upper room. And in that waiting time, it was not wasted time.” — Shane Idleman
“You know how we rate success? By how busy we are.” — Shane Idleman
“Just say I'm full. I'm really full right now. I'm not too busy. Full of the things of God.” — Shane Idleman
Application Points
- Set aside daily time to wait on God through prayer and meditation.
- Evaluate your schedule to reduce unnecessary busyness that distracts from spiritual growth.
- Focus on being filled with God's presence rather than just filling your time with activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is waiting on God important?
Waiting on God allows believers to prepare spiritually and receive His guidance and power.
How does busyness affect spiritual life?
Busyness can distract believers from focusing on God and hinder spiritual growth.
What does it mean to be 'full' in a spiritual sense?
Being 'full' means being filled with the things of God rather than just being occupied with tasks.
How can I avoid being too busy to wait on God?
Prioritize time for prayer, reflection, and spiritual waiting over constant activity.