Timing Is Critical
TOPIC: TIMING IS CRITICAL
READ: Psalm 130:1-8
1 (A Song of degrees.) Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD.
2 Lord, hear my voice: let thine ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications.
3 If thou, LORD, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand?
4 But there is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayest be feared.
5 I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.
6 My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning.
7 Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.
8 And he shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities.
MEMORISE: I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in His word I do hope. (Psalm 130:5)
EXPOSITION
Timing is critical in business, science, and sports. It is also essential in a believer’s life. In order to keep in step with the Lord, we need to carry out His instructions in accordance with His timetable.
In God’s kingdom, waiting means seeking further direction from Him while remaining in our present circumstances. It encompasses both an attitude of expectancy“God, what would You like me to do?” Readiness“God, I am willing to do as You direct.” It is our wisest course of action, because we will…
Receive direction. Too often, we make decisions based on the influence of our friends or culture. But God is the only source of true wisdom. He knows all things and answers us on the basis of His complete understanding. He is willing to give us clear direction for any decisions we are trying to make, large or small. He wants the very best for us in our personal life, whether the issue is marriage, school, business, or friendships (Psalm 32:8).
Get onto His timetable. God will also use the waiting period to bring us in line with His perfect timing. To others, it may appear as if we are delaying unnecessarily. However, knowing we are walking in accordance with God’s will brings His divine peace to our hearts.
Be prepared for His answer and course of action. God may use a season of waiting to help us recognise ungodly motives and sin, and to strengthen our faith. Acting wisely begins with hearing from the Lord. When was the last time you waited to receive direction from Him?
PRAYER POINTS
1. Pray for God’s grace to work according to His timing, regardless of the pressures of life from any angle.
2. Lord, answer everyone who is waiting for Your divine intervention today.
3. Lord, intervene in our situation in Nigeria, and make all things beautiful for us.
READ: Psalm 130:1-8
1 (A Song of degrees.) Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD.
2 Lord, hear my voice: let thine ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications.
3 If thou, LORD, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand?
4 But there is forgiveness with thee, that thou mayest be feared.
5 I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.
6 My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning.
7 Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption.
8 And he shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities.
MEMORISE: I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in His word I do hope. (Psalm 130:5)
EXPOSITION
Timing is critical in business, science, and sports. It is also essential in a believer’s life. In order to keep in step with the Lord, we need to carry out His instructions in accordance with His timetable.
In God’s kingdom, waiting means seeking further direction from Him while remaining in our present circumstances. It encompasses both an attitude of expectancy“God, what would You like me to do?” Readiness“God, I am willing to do as You direct.” It is our wisest course of action, because we will…
Receive direction. Too often, we make decisions based on the influence of our friends or culture. But God is the only source of true wisdom. He knows all things and answers us on the basis of His complete understanding. He is willing to give us clear direction for any decisions we are trying to make, large or small. He wants the very best for us in our personal life, whether the issue is marriage, school, business, or friendships (Psalm 32:8).
Get onto His timetable. God will also use the waiting period to bring us in line with His perfect timing. To others, it may appear as if we are delaying unnecessarily. However, knowing we are walking in accordance with God’s will brings His divine peace to our hearts.
Be prepared for His answer and course of action. God may use a season of waiting to help us recognise ungodly motives and sin, and to strengthen our faith. Acting wisely begins with hearing from the Lord. When was the last time you waited to receive direction from Him?
PRAYER POINTS
1. Pray for God’s grace to work according to His timing, regardless of the pressures of life from any angle.
2. Lord, answer everyone who is waiting for Your divine intervention today.
3. Lord, intervene in our situation in Nigeria, and make all things beautiful for us.
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