The Wait: A Powerful Practice for Finding the Love of Your Life and the Life You Love

I discovered DeVon and Meagan's story back in 2013 after reading a magazine article about their love story. After a few video interviews they became my mentors from a distance. They were so real, so transparent and so wise. One of the things I love about this couple is that they aren't afraid to change the game. They could have kept it to themselves that they were celibate but they were open about it and started a movement where singles who have been practicing celibacy are encouraged to be more open and stay on track because of their obedience to share their testimony. Needless to say, I was waiting on this book for three years and in the end it fulfilled all my expectations. The first few chapters had a lot of what I already knew from following them but after I got to the middle and reached the end I was blown away. I love when Meagan talks to the women and dispels the myth that we don't need to compete with other women in order to get the "last good single guy" left. If we are giving God the keys to our life we have to have FAITH that he will manifest our blessings in EVERY area of our life. We have to actively wait on God to bless us, not only with a relationship but in general. I love how she heard DeVon was her husband but actively waited 9 months to get herself together. I love that as a man DeVon waited 10 years and as a result, I mean just look at his reward. Romantically and professionally he is living proof that God honors faithfulness. God blessed him with a beautiful wife, who is not only physically beautiful but has an even more genuine and gentle beautiful spirit. Professionally he also just released his first movie. Now tell me God isn't faithful when you "wait" on him. He is also living proof that's it's not a microwave process, his life takes away the anxiety that something is wrong with me if God takes 3 to 5 years or more to manifest your miracle. This couple has been a true blessing through this book and through their daily example. I would recommend this book to every single woman and man who wants to experience not only a fruitful and God ordained marriage, but overall a fruitfull and God ordained life!

This book was such a blessing! Hands down! As a believer who has struggled over the years with how to effectively remain abstinent, I believe that I purchased it at the perfect time in my life. I had finally made a decision to take my life back and seek peace, which led to ending my relationship with my ex-fiancé, who I am sure now really was not God's best for my life. It was not until I said, "this is not what God wants for me, I deserve better" that I was able to go through the process of humbling myself and facing my mistakes head on. I allowed God to transform my mind by fasting and praying, even 21 days. (YES, it was that serious for me, lol) I had to break that soul tie with him by any means necessary LOL. "The Wait" was one of many books and sermons i came across and used to gain new information that healed me from the damage caused in my prior relationship and my old mindset that attracted it. I really appreciate Devon and Megan because their testimony challenges us believers to search our own hearts for whether we practice what we preach. This type of example is SOOO needed for the body of Christ. We need to see that more people are foregoing the world's way and adhering to the voice of the Holy Spirit for God's best in all areas of our lives. This book gave me encouragement through practical examples to keep waiting and also how to date wisely while waiting on God. Moving in WISDOM is implicit in this book, The Wait. I have read some reviews that said that it basically only outlined what we already know about abstinence and that it really is not helpful to those more mature in their walk, but I beg to differ. I have been a born-again bible-loving Christian for the past 10 years and I did not realize how prideful I was until I asked God to reveal parts of me that is not like Him. By humbling myself and accepting that it is not how long I claim to be a Christian, but how I renew my mind each day to stay obedient to His Word & Will, that I truly can appreciate the jewels in Devon and Megan's testimony. They helped demystify this walk by being so transparent and showing us that anything is possible when we trust that when we live in God's Will, and have a heart for God, that we will discover a Loving Father who desires the best for all of His Children in all areas of their life. Since His Word does not return void, He always fulfills His promises. Great read!!

Powerful and transformative to say the very least. Ever since I watched a video of DeVon and Meagan a few months back my mind has been constantly wanting to purchase this book. When I finally did I wasn't disappointed. I've learnt a lot from this book and will make changes to my life going forward from the things DeVon and Meagan have shared in their book. It's a wonderful, interesting read with so much sense and compassion laden within its lines. This is a must purchase for anyone who wants to move forward not only in relationships but in every aspect of their life.

This book is very practical. The authors carefully crafted this book in a way that it describes what the dating scene is like now, what challenges we may face during "The Wait", and how to overcome the obstacles. It didn't just focus on sex as the waiting period but looking into yourself. It takes a mature person to look inward, which most people don't like to do...If you are one of those people, then this book isn't going to help you.

This is a great book and I had already recommended this book to some of my sisters. God is good

Je recommande ce livre à toutes les femmes célibataire et hommes célibataire qui ne savent pas s'ils veulent pratiquer l'abstinence pour Dieu. Celles qui le font déjà ( comme moi ) mais qui ne connaissent pas vraiment les façons de se comporter après lors de rencontre. Ceux qui cherchent à savoir si Dieu nous envoie une seule personne compatible avec nous ou plusieurs ? Car toutes ces réponses et encore beaucoup d'autres sont dans le livre

From their high visible position in Hollywood business - DeVon is a pastor and film maker/producer and his wife is a beautiful actress - they chose to live out their belief in sexual purity, with much realism and awareness and without any holier-than-thou attitude. Very rare approach! They decided to practice "celibacy" until marriage even before they got together, but only to be able to receive the blessings attached to taken God's law seriously. The book is very, extremely honest and clear, sharing their combined experience and how it all turned out. Not superficial or taken for granted. Better than a strong movie!