Daily Devotions

Do you have plans this Christmas? Are you waiting for some precious promise to be fulfilled? If it doesn’t happen, don’t despair, God has greater plans and He always keeps His word. Yet just as the Savior of the world appeared in a way and time that were completely unexpected to anyone, so will the blessings God has for you.
Galatians 4:4 says, “But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law.”
The nation of Israel thought the Messiah would appear during a time of national crisis. But the Lord had better plans. He waited until the message of the gospel could be carried to the ends of the earth so the whole world could embrace the good news.
How Christ came to this earth contradicted the Israelites’ expectations as well. They imagined a great conqueror who would defeat the Romans and build the Kingd of Israel, not a baby born in a cave, lying in a feeding troth! Yet Jesus had a greater purpose, saving their souls, not just their land.
So, if you’re discouraged today because God’s promise to you is not yet fulfilled, remember, His answer may not appear in the way or time you suppose. But rest assured my friend, He has greater plans than you can imagine. So continue to trust and obey Him completely, and anticipate the blessings He’s promised you with joy.
Prayer thought: “Lord, I will trust Your ways and timing. Thank You for always providing beyond what I imagine, amen.”
For today, focus on and trust God’s plans.