Seeking Jesus First - March 25, 2026
“Jesus and the Right Time”Please Read John 7:1–13 (NKJV)
Reflection
After the events at the Feast of Tabernacles drew near, Jesus’ brothers urged Him, “Depart from here and go into Judea, that Your disciples also may see the works that You are doing. For no one does anything in secret while he himself seeks to be known openly. If You do these things, show Yourself to the world.” Even His own brothers did not believe in Him at that time.
Jesus answered them, “My time has not yet come, but your time is always ready… You go up to this feast. I am not yet going up to this feast, for My time has not yet fully come.”
God’s timing is very important. While some things transcend time, the Father reserves the timing of the most significant moments to Himself. Jesus lived in perfect alignment with the Father’s schedule. He would not be rushed by human pressure, even from His own family. He knew the cross had its appointed hour, and He would not step ahead of it or lag behind it.
Scripture repeatedly calls us to this same posture of trust: “Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart” (Psalm 27:14). “In due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart” (Galatians 6:9). And James 4:10 reminds us, “Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.”
Things are always better in God’s timing. When we try to force open doors, manipulate outcomes, or rush ahead of the Father, we often create unnecessary hardship. But when we humble ourselves, wait patiently, and rest in the Lord, He lifts us up at the right moment and in the right way. Jesus modeled this perfectly. He was never late and never early—He was always right on time with the Father.
In the Kingdom life, we are invited into the same trust. God’s timing is not arbitrary; it is perfect. Our part is to humble ourselves, wait on Him, and refuse to fret or strive. When we do, we discover that His “due season” is always worth the wait.
Application
Today, identify any area where you have been tempted to push ahead of God’s timing—perhaps a decision, a ministry opportunity, or a personal desire. Bring it to the Lord and humbly release it to Him. Renew your mind with these truths: “Wait on the Lord… in due season… humble yourselves and He will lift you up.” Choose one practical step of patience today—perhaps delay a conversation, pray instead of acting, or simply rest in His presence while you wait. Share with someone how waiting on God’s timing has proven better than rushing ahead—your testimony can encourage them to trust His schedule too.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You that Jesus perfectly aligned Himself with Your timing and invites us to do the same. Thank You that Your timing is always perfect and that things are always better in Your hands. Today we humble ourselves before You. Forgive us for the times we have rushed ahead or grown impatient. Teach us to wait on You with confidence, knowing that in due season You will lift us up and bring forth Your purposes. Strengthen our hearts as we rest in You. Let our lives reflect the peace that comes from trusting Your schedule. In Jesus’ name, giving thanks for the living Word of the Lord. Amen.