§. 112. Of the benefit of patient waiting.
THe speciall benefit which they that patiently wait Gods time, for accomplish∣ing his promise have, is, that they shall obtain the good things promised. This in generall was prayed, v. 12. §. 87, 88. It might further be confirmed by Calebs and 〈◊〉〈◊〉, and the other believing Israelites entring into Canaan; and by Davids possessing the Kingdome of Israel, and by sundry other particular instances recorded in Scripture. It is said of old Simeon, that he waited for the consolation of Israel, which was for the exhibition of the Messiah: and according to his expectation, he s•…•…w him before he died, Luk. 2. 25, &c. Especially is this verified in the heavenly inheritance, which all true believers that waite for it, do injoy. Wait on the Lord, and •…•…e shall save thee, Prov. 20. 22.
The truth and faithfulnesse of him that maketh the promise, giveth assu∣rance hereof.
This is a strong motive, to stir us up to shew our selves to be children of Abra∣ham: and that in a patient waiting, for the accomplishment of such promises, as God maketh to us. There are many great, and precious promises made to Christians. They, who, as Abraham, patiently wait, shall assuredly be made partakers of the good things promised. Acquaint your selves therefore with these promises, and rest upon the accomplishment of them in due time.