God's Timing

In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of hypocrisy in religious leaders. He emphasizes that while there are strict laws for others, these leaders often have a double standard when it comes to their own actions. The speaker gives an example of a leader who was against abortion but allowed h

In this sermon, the speaker encourages the audience to do some research and Bible study to understand why Joseph and Mary did not return to Bethlehem after Jesus' birth. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having a New Testament and compares its value to that of a bottle of coke. The sermon the

David Daniel emphasizes the concept of 'An Appointed Time' based on Ecclesiastes 3, illustrating that every aspect of life has its designated season, from birth to death, planting to harvesting, and joy to sorrow. He challenges the congregation to recognize the inevitability of their appointments, p

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the importance of understanding that God's ways are different from our own, sharing his personal experiences of waiting on the Lord's timing. He reflects on the Apostle Paul's journey, illustrating that even good intentions must align with God's timing and methods. Sparks

Watchman Nee emphasizes the significance of God's timing and the source of our actions in his sermon 'The Heir and the Proof of Time.' He illustrates Abraham's struggle with faith and impatience as he sought to fulfill God's promise of an heir, leading to the birth of Ishmael instead of Isaac, the c

Chuck Smith emphasizes that God has set specific times for the restoration of Israel, the return of Jesus Christ, personal salvation, and even death. He highlights the prophetic significance of Israel's rebirth in 1948 and the current tensions in the Middle East as signs of God's appointed times. Sm

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the individuality of the prophets, particularly Amos, who speaks from his own experiences as a herdsman. He illustrates how God's purposes are always timely, using the metaphor of ripe summer fruit to signify the readiness of nations and individuals for judgment or grace. Sp

John Gill emphasizes the importance of understanding God's perspective on time in his sermon on 2 Peter 3:8. He reassures believers that the delay in Christ's return should not cause doubt, as God's timing is vastly different from human understanding; a day for the Lord is like a thousand years and

Erlo Stegen emphasizes the importance of God's perfect timing in our lives, as demonstrated during Pentecost when the Holy Spirit was poured out. He encourages believers to seek God's will rather than pursuing personal desires, highlighting that true relationship with God leads to spiritual fruitful

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting for God's appointed time, emphasizing that delays are not denials and that God has a 'Delayed Blessings Department' where He keeps certain blessings until the right moment. He encourages believers to trust in God's timing, reminding them tha

Charles E. Cowman preaches about trusting God's timing and faithfulness, emphasizing that God knows when to provide visible signs of encouragement and when to withhold them. He encourages believers to trust in God's Word and promises, even when all visible evidence seems absent, as those who trust G

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting on God's timing, using examples like the forty years of preparation for Moses and the thirty years of Jesus' private life. He emphasizes that God is never in a hurry but spends time preparing those He plans to use greatly, even if it involve

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting on the Lord, drawing parallels from the story of the ancient knight who paused to have his horse re-shod before fleeing from his enemies, ultimately hastening his escape. He emphasizes that God often calls us to wait and fully recover oursel

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting on God's set times, using the story of Abraham and Sarah as an example of God fulfilling His promises at the appointed moment. He encourages believers to trust in God's timing, even when the wait seems long and challenging, reminding them th

Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting for God and the balance between waiting for His timing and taking action in faith. He emphasizes that God often waits for us to step forward in obedience before He blesses us. Just as Abraham had to leave everything behind to receive God's p

Charles E. Cowman preaches on the importance of waiting for God's timing, emphasizing that while we wait on God, He is also waiting for us to be ready. There is a misconception that fulfilling conditions will immediately lead to answered prayers, but God's timing and purposes work in conjunction wit

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's timing rather than relying on our own limited perspective. He shares personal experiences of feeling like God had missed His chance, only to later realize that God was working according to His eternal clock. The speaker warns

Denis Lyle preaches about the Discipline of Delay, emphasizing the importance of patience and surrendering to God's timing. He highlights how God's delays are meant to teach us patience, increase our faith, and ultimately bring greater glory to God. Lyle uses the story of Lazarus' death and resurrec

Gareth Evans delves into the topic of taking offence, emphasizing the importance of taking ownership of the offence we carry rather than blaming others. He highlights how Jesus, though causing offence, did not sin, and explores instances where Jesus seemingly offended those He loved, like John the B

George Warnock preaches about God's timing, emphasizing that although God may seem late by human standards, He is always right on time according to His plan and purpose. The waiting period is a crucial part of our training where we learn to rely on God's strength and wisdom, letting go of our own ef

Jack Hayford shares a personal story about the importance of seeking God's timing and balance in our lives through prayer. He reflects on a moment of divine revelation during a walk in Maine, where God gently adjusted his understanding regarding a major upcoming trip to Australia and New Zealand. Th

Jack Hayford preaches about the importance of trusting in God's timing and plan, using Jesus' resurrection as a powerful example of waiting for God's miracle deliverance. He emphasizes that rushing a resurrection, whether in a literal or metaphorical sense, is not in alignment with God's perfect tim

Jon Courson preaches about the importance of patiently enduring in faith while waiting for God's promises to be fulfilled, using the story of Abraham as an illustration. Despite the gap of time between the promise and its performance, Abraham obtained the promise by patiently enduring for 25 years.

Michael Durham preaches about the spiritual battle of feeling forgotten by God, using the story of Joseph to illustrate the struggle of waiting for God's timing, understanding His tools of suffering and silence, and embracing His task of exposing and eliminating unholy contentment. He emphasizes the

Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of waiting on the Lord and allowing His Spirit to work in us to bring about true growth and execution of His truths in our lives. He highlights the difference between merely knowing Jesus as Savior and truly experiencing Him as Life, a journey that takes t

Richard E. Bieber preaches on the importance of understanding God's timing in our lives, using examples from Jesus' life to illustrate different seasons and purposes under heaven. He emphasizes the need for believers to be aware of the present time, to discern God's calling for them, and to align th

Dr. Zac Varghese from London delves into the concepts of Chronos and Kairos time, emphasizing the importance of experiencing special moments that transcend ordinary time and lead to extraordinary encounters with God. He reflects on the speed of God's actions compared to human actions, highlighting t

Warren Wiersbe emphasizes the importance of letting God be the ultimate judge in our lives, trusting in His perfect timing and justice. He highlights the futility of taking vengeance into our own hands and encourages reliance on God to resolve conflicts and bring about justice. Wiersbe reminds us th

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not grabbing or taking things for ourselves, but instead waiting for God's timing and provision. He uses the example of Jacob, who was a grabber and could not become Israel until he learned to yield to God. The preacher also highlights the st