Delay is Not Denial

A clear understanding of God's timing and sovereignty are of great essence in our relationship with God. The idea is rooted in the belief that God's thoughts and ways are not our own, as stated in Isaiah 55:8. Therefore, a delay is not a reflection of his inability or unwillingness to act, but rather an indication that the time is not yet right according to His plan.

Delay can be interpreted or perceived in different dimensions. Firstly, God may be working to refine one's character, protect him/her from harm, or align circumstances to his perfect timing and ultimately fulfil his promises. It can also be seen as an opportunity for personal growth, such as strengthening ones faith, character, and patience. It can also be a redirection to something better that God has planned, aligning with Romans 8:28, which states that all things work for the good of those who love God.

God's delay is not God's denial. The fact that you have to wait does not mean that God is not working. The fact that the promise is not yet fulfilled does not mean that God is weak or not capable of fulfilling His promise. Ephesians 3:20 says, "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us,". God is faithful to His promises and can never lie according to Numbers 23:19 which says, "God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?"

The message is to not give up but to continue to trust and persevere, for those who endure will ultimately see the promise fulfilled. Our God is perfect and unchanging. You can have confidence that He will remain true to His promises, no matter how much time it takes.

REMAIN BLESSED.