Activity Quote by G. Campbell Morgan
“Waiting for God means power to do nothing save under command. This is not lack of power to do anything. Waiting for God needs strength rather than weakness. It is power to do nothing. It is the strength that holds strength in check. It is the strength that prevents the blundering activity which is entirely false and will make true activity impossible when the definite command comes.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Power of Waiting, 1935
Waiting for divine direction requires strength, not weakness; it is disciplined inaction that prepares for true action when commanded
In simple terms: Waiting for God is a strong, purposeful pause
Key Takeaway
Practice patient restraint before acting on divine guidance
Themes
faith
patience
discipline
Mood
contemplative
steady
Type
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- leadership
- crisis management
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual maturity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “strength in check” mean to you?
- How can you differentiate waiting from procrastination?
A Different Perspective
Patience can be mistaken for indecision in fast‑moving contexts
