When the time came to completion, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law. (Galatians 4:4 CSB)
God determined the perfect time for His Son to be born before He created the world. He carefully orchestrated events over thousands of years to come together at the perfect time for Jesus to be born.
For instance, Joseph and Mary had to be in Bethlehem at a particular time for Jesus to be born. Therefore, God moved on Caesar to have a census taken, so they were required to be there. Yet thousands of others had to be there also, which caused Jesus to be born in a manger.
So many events happened with perfect timing, so Jesus could be born at the right time; fulfilling over one hundred prophecies.
Have you ever thought about the fact God is directing your life with equal precision?
He declares over you:
“For I know the plans I have for you”-this is the Lord’s declaration—“plans for your well-being, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11 CSB)
God is working behind the scenes, directing His angels to cause His plan for your life to come to pass. When you make a mistake, your loving Heavenly Father still makes it come out to your good, causing His plan to pass.
We must spend time in His Word and prayer, seeking His will for our life. Just ask and He will tell you the magnificent plan He has for you.
You find your best life in His wonderful plan. He has already accounted for every circumstance and event that could ever happen to you.
God will direct you into His grace and peace. Giving you a future you could never imagine for yourself.
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father. I thank you for ordering my steps. I ask that you show me the plan you have for my life. Continue to lead and guide me into the place you want me to be. Thank you for your great love and patience. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Additional Scriptures:
Psalm 37:23-24; Proverbs 16:9; Psalm 31:14-15; Proverbs 20:24; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 19:21; Isaiah 48:17; Psalm 32:8; Isaiah 30:21; Proverbs 16:3
Here are some other articles I wrote that will help your understanding of this devotion:
Discovering God’s Will For Your Life: The Sure Path
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