WHAT TIME IS IT?
The old adage is true: Timing is everything! That’s why Paul’s
statement, “When the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son”
intrigues me so much (Gal. 4:4).
A quick look at history reveals that the coming of Christ was at just
the right time. Centuries earlier, Alexander the Great conquered most of the
known world, bringing with him the Greek culture and language. On the heels of
his demise, the Roman Empire picked up where Alexander left off and expanded
the territory under the unifying influence of the culture and language of the
Greeks. It was under Roman rule that the crucifixion took place, where the
blood of Christ was shed for us. It was under the rule of Rome that conditions
were made ready for the spread of the gospel across three continents: good
roads, territorial boundaries free of “passport” restrictions, and a unifying
language. The providence of God had put all the pieces in place for the perfect
time to send His Son.
God’s timing is perfect in everything. While you are waiting, perhaps
wondering why God doesn’t seem to be acting on your behalf, remember that He’s
working behind the scenes to prepare His moment of intervention at just the
right time. Trust Him. He knows what time it is.
Teach us, O Lord, the disciplines of patience, for to wait is often harder than to work. —Marshall (RBC)
