At The Appointed Time
Daily Rays of Hope #45
The Perfect Timing of God—On Time and With a Purpose
Galatians 4:4-5 (NIV): "But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship."
There is such beauty in God’s perfect timing. The arrival of Jesus was not random or accidental; it was divinely appointed. The world may have seemed chaotic, oppressed, and spiritually dry, but at just the right moment, God sent His Son—on time and with a purpose.
God's Timing is Always Perfect
Galatians 4:4 speaks to a truth we often struggle to embrace—that God has appointed times and seasons for everything. Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us, "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens." Even when we feel as though our prayers go unanswered or our breakthroughs are delayed, we can trust that God’s clock is never off.
The world had waited centuries for a Savior, and at the appointed time, God fulfilled His promise. This reminds us that His timing for our own lives is just as intentional and trustworthy.
Redeemed and Set Free
Jesus was not only sent at the right time—He came under the law to redeem those living under the weight of that law. Sin had separated humanity from God, and the law, though good, could not save us. It revealed our need for a Savior.
Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus fulfilled the law and made a way for us to be free from its condemnation. Romans 8:1-2 declares, "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death."
What an incredible gift—to move from bondage to freedom, from slaves to sin to adopted children of God! His purpose was clear: to redeem and restore, so we could call God our Father and live in the fullness of His grace.
Three Practical Ways to Walk Out Your Faith Daily
Trust God's Timing — When life feels delayed or confusing, lean on the promise of His perfect timing. Pray and declare Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." Let your heart find peace knowing that God is never late.
Live in Your Freedom — Don't return to the bondage of guilt or shame. Remind yourself daily of 2 Corinthians 3:17: "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." Walk boldly in that freedom, knowing Jesus paid the price in full.
Share the Redemption Story — Just as Jesus came with a purpose, so do we. Look for opportunities to share how God’s perfect timing and redemption have impacted your life. Matthew 5:16 encourages us: "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
God’s timing, Jesus' sacrifice, and our adoption into His family are all part of His grand, loving plan. Trust Him, live free, and share the story of His grace with boldness and joy!