In Judges 13:1-5, we discover the story of Samson. It is interesting, that although the angel of the Lord appeared to her, she is known as “Manoah’s wife”, and then as Samson’s mother. Her name is not given to us in these verses.
There are times we may feel unnoticed, unqualified, or unable to make a difference in the world. Yet when the time is right, God opens the door. We find purpose and significance to all we have done and are doing.
The angel says to Manoah’s wife in verse 3,
“Even though you have been unable to have children,
you will soon become pregnant and give birth to a son.”
(NLT)
Soon. It is defined as being “without undue time lapse” (Merriam-Webster Dictionary).
We tend to think it means in a short while, before too long, or eventually. But with God it means at the opportune time. The time most favorable, perfectly timed in which He works and moves in our lives, according to His purposes.
We all have a “soon” moment which we are waiting for in our lives – the door we are waiting to open – the right job, a question answered, provision for a need, a new apartment, a prodigal to come home, a relationship restored, a marriage, a pregnancy, a ministry opportunity.
As time passes and we are still in the waiting posture, some may even try to comfort or console us with their words.
“Soon the right position will come along.”
“You may have questions, but soon you will have answers.”
“You’ll find the right place to live soon.”
“That relationship will turn around soon.”
May we hold onto our God who sees all things, for nothing is hidden from Him.
“So let’s not get tired of doing what is good.
At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.
(Galatians 6:9, NLT)
May we each be assured our God will move
not only in His way but in His time.
Soon.
Reflection:
What is your “soon” that you are waiting on God for? How do you hold onto God while in the wait?
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The "opportune time" - God's soon. You are so right. I have had to let go of the world's "soon." It takes my eyes off God and puts them on what I'm waiting for - instead of living I am holding my breath for soon to lift the burden/challenge/heart-ache. I have had to teach myself to breath and continue living, asking God to stand with me until His soon arrives.
ReplyDeleteAs I wait these scriptures have been so helpful to me… God is sovereign, He sees the past, the present, and the future all-at-once, He is the panpharmacon, the salve that soothes every wound. Lord Jesus, help me to live this day in the light of eternity...trusting You…
ReplyDeleteThese things I plan won't happen right away. Slowly, steadily, surely, the time approaches when the vision will be fulfilled. If it seems slow, do not despair, for these things will surely come to pass. Just be patient! They will not be overdue a single day!--Habakkuk 2:3 TLB
Romans 8:24-25 Living Bible: We are saved by trusting. And trusting means looking forward to getting something we don’t yet have—for a man who already has something doesn’t need to hope and trust that he will get it. But if we must keep trusting God for something that hasn’t happened yet, it teaches us to wait patiently and confidently.
Soon, at just the right time, Jesus will return and make everything right!
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