Saturday, 12th October 2024
GOD’S TIMING FOR YOUR LIFE
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1 KJV)
God has a divine timetable for every aspect of our lives. Sometimes we rush ahead, or we are impatient in the waiting season, but God’s timing is always perfect. He knows when we are ready for the next step, and His timing ensures that we receive His blessings when we are most prepared to handle them. Waiting can be one of the most challenging parts of faith. When it seems like God’s promises are delayed, we can become anxious or discouraged. Yet, God calls us to wait patiently, trusting that He is working behind the scenes. His delays are not denials—they are often preparations for something greater. According to Psalm 27:14 (NIV), “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.”
We often plan out our lives according to our own desires and timelines, but true peace comes when we surrender our plans to God. His ways are superior to ours, and He always sees the bigger picture. Walking in God’s timing means releasing control and trusting that He will direct our steps. Walking in God’s timing often requires patience. Through the process of waiting, God is shaping our character, building our endurance, and maturing us spiritually. When we rush ahead, we miss out on the growth that happens in the waiting season. Patience allows God to complete His work in us (James 1:4). Sometimes what we see as a delay is actually God’s protection. We may not understand why things don’t happen when we expect, but God is always working things out for our good. Delays might prevent us from rushing into something we aren’t ready for, or they might be shielding us from harm we can’t see. Trust that God’s timing is a shield around you.
Scripture for the day
Romans 8:28 KJV
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Confession
I receive grace and strength to be patient and wait on God’s timing, in Jesus’ Name.
Prophetic Prayers
Read Through The Bible In One Year: Psalm 33 – 35