Joyce Meyer Daily Devotional 28 July 2024, Sunday Message
TOPIC: God’s Timing Is The Right Timing
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
Consider it wholly joyful, my brethren, whenever you are enveloped in or encounter trials of any sort or fall into various temptations. Be assured and understand that the trial and proving of your faith bring out endurance and steadfastness and patience. But let endurance and steadfastness and patience have full play and do a thorough work, so that you may be [people] perfectly and fully developed [with no defects], lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4 (AMPC)
TODAY’S MESSAGE
We don’t usually see it while it’s happening, but God is working out His perfect plan for our lives behind the scenes. Though we want results right now, character development takes time and patience.
The Bible says that patience does a thorough work in our lives. When we wait on God, He makes us fully developed and complete, lacking nothing. I’ve discovered that patience is more than the ability to wait; it is the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting. This practical fruit of the Spirit comes from a close relationship with God—it manifests itself in a calm, positive attitude despite the circumstances.
“God’s timing is usually not our timing. We are in a hurry, but God isn’t. He takes time to do things right—He lays a solid foundation before He attempts to build a building. We are God’s building under construction. He is the Master Builder, and He knows what He is doing.
PRAYER OF THE DAY: Lord, when I am feeling impatient, help me to remember that Your timing is always perfect! I am relying on Your power and Your guidance, and I will trust You as You bring me to victory. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. She is a New York Times bestselling author, and her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences, and helps others understand how to apply biblical principles to their own lives. Christ, amen