Genesis 29:14-30

"Since Jacob was in love with Rachel, he told her father, 'I’ll work for you for seven years if you’ll give me Rachel, your younger daughter, as my wife.'" v18
People often wonder if working a long time for something they desire is worth it. Jacob worked seven years to marry Rachel. After being tricked, he agreed to work seven more years for her (wow). The most important goals and desires are worth working and waiting for. Movies and Television have created the illusion that people have to wait only about an hour to solve their problems or get what they want. Don't be trapped in thinking the same is true in real life. Patience is hardest when we need it most, but it is the key to achieving our goals.

Taken from the NLT Life Application Study Bible