Pastor Bell's Words To Live By

Although Jesus came from a large family, his brothers and sisters did not believe in him (John 7:1-9). They heard and some saw the miracles he performed but they never truly understood who is really was or his mission to humanity. They are recorded as encouraging him to go public so that people could see his works if he was really who his followers said he was.  To them, Jesus was a small town boy who had attracted interest from many people, particularly those in the fishing villages surrounding Capernaum. So his brothers advised him to go and exhibit himself in the big city so that others could see him perform.  Jesus refused their offer and told them that timing was the most important thing for him.

For all of us today, timing is a vital ingredient. For us to fulfil our potential and achieve the greatness that God has in store for us we need to operate in his time. Unlike Sarah, Abraham’s wife, Jesus never operated out of step with God the father. He was therefore able to fulfil his task and to declare from the cross, it is finished, man’s redemption is complete!

As we prepare to embrace the New Year, let us stay in step with God and learn not to run ahead of him. When your time comes you will know and so will others!