Today's Daily Encounter Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Today's Daily Encounter Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Surrendering to God's Timeline

"As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord's word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him."1

I came across a quote by the Christian singer and songwriter, TobyMac. He wrote, "God is not in a hurry. You are. It is why you are tired. It is why you are anxious, stressed, and disappointed. Surrender your timeline in favor of His peace."

I read this and immediately saved it because I felt God was talking directly to me! Recently, I had made the decision to become a trained volunteer for a non-profit ministry in our area. I went through the necessary steps and was determined to do this. And while this was a great ministry to get involved with and my intentions were good, there was one problem… I didn't really consult with God before taking this step. After one of the volunteer meetings I attended, God confronted me about it. Suddenly, he reminded me of the other responsibilities he has given me at this time, and how this new volunteer position would interfere with them. Now don't get me wrong, God didn't say that I couldn't be a volunteer, but he simply made it clear that now is not HIS time for this. He reminded me that I need to surrender to His timing, and not be in a rush to do all things at once.

Surrendering to God's timing may look different for each of us. The example above is just one of the many times I have jumped ahead of God's will. For some of us it may be a new job position, moving to a new city or state, making a purchase, etc. For others it may be salvation of a loved one, the mending of broken relationships, finding your future husband/wife, amongst many other possibilities. Whatever it may be that we are facing, let's remember to pause and bring it to God in prayer. As much as we would like to see immediate results, it is not worth stepping out of God's will, protection, and blessing to do things our way. God is working during the waiting process and many times uses this time to continue molding us.

God is perfect and flawless, and he has our best interest at heart. Always. "'For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,' declares the Lord."2 Thankfully, we have a God who knows what is best and when it should happen. Even when we don't understand or we get anxious, His plans and timing are perfect.

Suggested prayer: Dear God, today I choose to surrender my will and timeline to you. Whatever the situation or the answers I am seeking, allow me to trust that your plan is perfect. Please allow me to abide in your will, so that I may experience your peace, protection and blessings upon my life. Thank you for your love and care for me. I choose to rest in you. Gratefully, in Jesus' name, amen.

1.      Psalm 18:30 (NIV).

2.      Isaiah 55:8 (NIV).

Today's Encounter was written: Crystal B.

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