"Sometimes I get in such a hurry, I can't wait for anything. I ask the Lord for things and, in a matter if seconds, I'm biting my nails wondering why it's taking so long. My impatience ranges from a desire for quick action in my messes, to my ministry. I've learned one thing that continues to bring peace to my anxious thoughts: 'You can't rush results.' Our Lord was characterized by perfect timing. If you're in a hurry, you're in the wrong kingdom. Only Satan hurries (Revelation 12:12).
Jesus foretold that He would be killed, but also that He'd be raised again (Matthew 16:21). Why is that a source of rejoicing for us? Anytime you walk in obedience to God's way, your being conquered is impossible (II Corinthians 4:7-9). In the midst of a circumstantial knockdown, God will raise you up.
I was watching a boxing match and one guy took a hit like you wouldn't believe. Of course, the macho thing for him to do was to scramble to his feet and let the world know he wasn't even hurt. It happens all the time. The sudden, quick rising makes him wobble, stagger, and become vulnerable to his attacker. Taking the nine-count and recovering your balance is much smarter than attempting a comeback. Don't try a fleshly comeback from a knockdown. God will deliver. Let me give you several examples of those who refused to be rushed for results.
(1) Jesus could have called the thousand angels (Matthew 26:53).
(2) Lazarus must have thought Jesus was late (John 11:39)
(3) Jonah surely thought God had forgotten him (Konah 1:17)
I'm finding it easier all the time to submit to God's process of results. It's not always my way, nor is it in three days. But it is always His way and that's the right way. It brings victory.
The King of God's kingdom (Jesus) always moves in precise prophetic timing. He never seems to be in a hurry, so why should we?
Living in His timing,
Ron Mehl"