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)
