We live in a world that craves instant results. We want quick answers, immediate success, and fast fixes. But the Christian life is about faithfulness over time. Scripture constantly reminds us that God works with an eternal perspective, shaping us slowly, deeply, and purposefully.

The Apostle Paul writes in Galatians 6:9, “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” The Christian life is a marathon. Growth in faith, relationships, and character takes time. The seeds of the Gospel don’t bloom overnight, prayers may not be answered immediately, and faithfulness may not seem to yield quick rewards. Following Christ means embracing patience.

God is always at work, even when we can’t see it. Playing the long game means trusting His timing, investing in eternal things, and believing that our perseverance will bear fruit. When we sow with patience and faith, we can be confident that God will bring the harvest in His perfect season.

Don’t lose heart. Keep sowing. Keep trusting. Keep running the race. The long game yields eternal rewards.