Power of Expectation
A life with no expectation can easily deteriorate into a dull and meaningless life. What is the purpose for living if there is nothing to look forward to? I am one of those people who are kept going by always looking forward to something, be it just another wonderful day or an event, a meeting, a promise being fulfilled or a dream being accomplished. I strongly believe that expectation is a strong driving force which we must not lose in life.
Expectation is the fuel by which all human beings are driven, once it is gone life loses excitement. Without expectation there is no enthusiasm and without enthusiasm people just settle where ever they are and hence no progress. It is expectation of victory that energises the soldier to go into war even if they know that death is less than an inch away, it is expectation of a harvest that causes the farmer to invest quality seeds and precious time into the dry ground under a scorching sun. It is also expectation of giving birth to a healthy and joy bringing baby that causes a woman to endure nine months of discomfort pain and even unusual diet. This is the power of expectation.
The Bible says in Micah 7:7 (The Message Bible) “But me, I’m not giving up. I’m sticking around to see what God will do. I’m waiting for God to make things right. I’m counting on God to listen to me.” These are confessions of an expectant person. I am not giving up!! What an attitude. Can I pause here and ask you a question, what are you about to give up right now in your life? Is it a business venture that is not performing well? Is it a marriage relationship? Whatever it is may you speak the same words with prophet Micah saying “….. I’m not giving up. I’m sticking around to see what God will do. I’m waiting for God to make things right” Stick around and stick at it, continue working on it with EXPECTATION! Expect the best outcome.
Remember the examples I mentioned earlier on of the farmer, the soldier and the pregnant woman. Their expectation does not necessarily remove the present pains and discomforts, but what it does is to give them the strength to endure and eventually overcome the unpleasant situations. THAT IS THE POWER OF EXPECTATION. It energises you to go through the rough seasons which could drown you had there not been the presence of an expectation.
As we sail through the life, sail with an expectation to accomplish, an expectation to win and an expectation to achieve and an expectation of the best. Expect each day to bring about good in your life, always expect the best and you will be energised to reach out for it.
By Joseph Dhlakama
