“The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. It is good for a man that he bear the yoke in his youth. Let him sit alone in silence when it is laid on him.”
Lamentations 3:25-28 (ESV)
Day 1: The Lord Is Good to Those Who Wait
Scripture: Lamentations 3:25 – “The LORD is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.”
Reflection: Waiting isn’t passive—it’s an active stance of seeking God’s goodness.
Silent Prompt: Sit quietly for at least 10 minutes, listening for “the quiet voice of goodness.”
Prayer Points:
“Father, help me wait well and believe in Your goodness.”
“Teach me to seek You not just in answers, but in Your presence.”
Day 2: Hope and Quiet Expectancy
Scripture: Lamentations 3:26 (CSB) – “It is good to wait quietly for deliverance from the Lord”
Reflection: Hope doesn’t demand, but believes. Silence softens anxious hearts.
Silent Prompt: Spend at least 10 minutes in quiet anticipation—meditating on His salvation.
Prayer Points:
“Lord, cultivate hope in me even when answers delay.”
“Help me release anxiety and rest in Your timing.”
Day 3: Bearing the Yoke in Youth
Scripture: Lamentations 3:27 (NIV) – “It is good for a man to bear the yoke while he is young.”
Reflection: Embracing discipline builds stamina for what’s ahead. Early endurance shapes our character.
Silent Prompt: Meditate for at least 10 minutes on one discipline in your life—journal, surrender it to God in silence.
Prayer Points:
“Thank You, Father, for timing and training through discipline.”
“Grant me grace to bear today’s burden with hope.”
‘“Help me to know you in the fellowship of Your suffering and the power of Your resurrection.”
Day 4: Sitting Alone in Silence
Scripture: Lamentations 3:28 (NIV) – “Let him sit alone in silence, for the Lord has laid it on him.”
Reflection: Solitude mutes distractions so God’s voice can be heard.
Silent Prompt: Sit alone in silence for at least 10 minutes—no noise, no agenda.
Prayer Points:
“Teach me to welcome silence, not fear it.”
“Show me what You’re laying on my heart in this stillness.”
“When it is time for me to speak, give me courage and boldness to share what you have given me.”
Day 5: Awaiting in Word and Worship
Scripture: Lamentations 3:25–28 (read all)
Reflection: Waiting in faith, hope, discipline, and silence refines our souls. We await the Lord, not just answers.
Silent Prompt: Spend at least 10 minutes praying through each verse in silence.
Prayer Points:
“God, thank You for being good to me as I wait.”
“Strengthen me in hope, discipline, and silence.”
“May your presence transform me—spirit, soul, and body—for Your glory.”
Additional passages on silence
Isaiah 30:15 NASB2020
For this is what the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel, has said: “In repentance and rest you will be saved, In quietness and trust is your strength.” But you were not willing,
Zephaniah 1:7 NASB2020
Be silent before the Lord God! For the day of the Lord is near, Because the Lord has prepared a sacrifice, He has consecrated His guests.
Zephaniah 3:17 ESV
The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.
Habakkuk 2:18-20 NASB2020
“What benefit is a carved image when its maker has carved it, Or a cast metal image, a teacher of falsehood? For its maker trusts in his own handiwork When he fashions speechless idols. “Woe to him who says to a piece of wood, ‘Awake!’ To a mute stone, ‘Arise!’ That is your teacher? Behold, it is overlaid with gold and silver, Yet there is no breath at all inside it. “But the Lord is in His holy temple. Let all the earth be silent before Him.”
Zechariah 2:13 NASB2020
“Be silent, all mankind, before the Lord; for He has roused Himself from His holy dwelling.”
Amos 5:13-15 NASB2020
Therefore at such a time the prudent person keeps quiet, because it is an evil time. Seek good and not evil, so that you may live; And so may the Lord God of armies be with you, Just as you have said! Hate evil, love good, And establish justice in the gate! Perhaps the Lord God of armies Will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.
Psalm 62:1-2, 5-8 NASB2020
My soul waits in silence for God alone; From Him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, My stronghold; I will not be greatly shaken. My soul, wait in silence for God alone, For my hope is from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, My refuge; I will not be shaken. My salvation and my glory rest on God; The rock of my strength, my refuge is in God. Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your hearts before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah.
Exodus 14:13-14 NASB2020
“But Moses said to the people, “Do not fear! Stand by and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will perform for you today; for the Egyptians whom you have seen today, you will never see them again, ever. The Lord will fight for you, while you keep silent.”
Exodus 14:13-14 NKJV
“And Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”