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2009 Canticle of Christ Ministry 12014 Privada Saratoga Avenida Houston, Texas 77076 |
| God's timing is perfect Delay is not rejection Although Jesus loved Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, he stayed where he was for the next two days and did not go to them. Finally, after two days, he said to his disciples, "Let's go to Judea again." John 11:5-7 NLT God often delays His response out of love, as He works all things together for good. Jeanne Zornes Waiting with hope Mary and Martha had sent their friend Jesus a message about the critical condition of their brother, Lazarus, and their urgent need for his help: "Lord, the one you love is very sick" (John 11:3). But instead of rushing off to Bethany, Jesus stayed where he was for two days before responding to Mary and Martha's plea. When he did arrive, he raised Lazarus from the dead in a magnificent display of his power. Just as Mary and Martha struggled when Jesus answered their prayers for Lazarus in a time and way different from what they had expected, we get frustrated when the Lord delays in coming to us and answering our prayers. As it did for the grieving sisters, two days (or two months or two years) of waiting can seem like an eternity to us. But in the midst of the "delay," God is not inactive. He is teaching us patience, perseverance, and faith and is planning to glorify himself in our circumstances. While we are waiting, he wants to cleanse our hearts and refocus us on Jesus. The Spirit always knows what will glorify God, and we can trust him when we're in the waiting room. LORD, help me to wait for you in hope and perseverance, knowing that you will come. Grant me patience and faith in the waiting room of life yet to be. (God's Daily Promises Devotional) Grace, Peace, & Love in abundance! Madeline |
| Madeline Trevino is an Adjunct Instructor in the Counseling/Psychology Department. Southwestern Assemblies of God University. She received an Associate of Arts in Psychology, a Bachelors of Science in Church Ministries and later graduated with a Masters of Science degree in Counseling/Psychology from the Harrison School of Graduate Studies at Southwestern Assemblies University. Madeline is a member of the Christian Counselors of Texas, American Association of Christian Counselors, and Psi-Chi, the Psychology National Honor Society. Madeline has one son, Benjamin-”Jude.” They enjoy many sports, especially attending Texas Rangers games and laughing & playing! |
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