God’s timing and God’s will.

If you were to ask most Christian, we would all agree that God’s has a plan for our life. His plan is often incorporated into His will for the world. God’s will does not change, He wants all to come to know him and that their life is changed and transform in the process of knowing him. God desires for us to have an abundant life.

But sometimes men in their zeal, set the agenda for God rather than allowing God to work his will into our life. Abraham was promised a son, but did not eventuate until the time was right. We could try to cajole God to follow our will and timetable. But that would be putting God in a box.

One verse in particular struck me in 1Timothy 3:6 which timothy mention about not allowing a recent convert to be a leader.

1 Tim 3:6He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same judgment as the devil.

So I wondered who is considered a recent convert, and who is too new for ministry. Some theologians and teachers have often debated how long it normally takes for someone to be a leader in the house of God. I have heard some saying half a year is all it takes to build a leader, while some say more than a year.

I do believe that God did not set a specific time frame because everyone is different and circumstances vary with different people. Rather than being time-led, God’s timing is often results led. Therefore when a person is ready in ministry, success often follows them in their endeavours.

Rather than being led pushed by people or circumstances, you would find that you are being pulled towards your calling.

May God be your strength