God works in mysterious ways and is often difficult to anticipate. Many young friends fail to be patient with God; they want whatever their eyes desire and want them immediately! The Bible talks about numerous instances where people had to be patient, and God's provisions came at the right time in God's eyes. Trusting God and expecting to receive a miracle is comparatively easier but waiting till God's time is more difficult. When God does not act as we intent, in the time frame we give, many of us give up God and walk away!

Abraham received a promise from God that he will have a son. But it never materialized till the biologically possible days. Abraham's wife Sarah lost all hope and even laughed when the promise was being confirmed. But Abraham still trusted in the Lord and believed that God will honour His promise.

And God did honour His word by giving him a son called Isaac but not at the time when everyone anticipated. He gave Isaac at a time when no one thought that it was possible. The value of Isaac would not have been felt if God were to give him in a natural way. God wanted to give Isaac in a supernatural way! In the eyes of Abraham and Sarah, God was late, but in reality…he was on time!

Lazarus and his sisters were not only friends but were followers of Christ. When Lazarus became sick, his family sent word to Him asking Him to come. But strangely Jesus decided to stay wherever He was for a few more days. By the time Jesus came to Lazarus' house, he was already dead and was entombed. His sisters wept and said 'if you were on time, our brother would not have died'. 'You could have healed him' they added.

The sisters had faith in Jesus that he can heal their brother. Because, they had seen and heard about Jesus healing others, they expected that Jesus could do the same to their brother too. But then, they could never comprehend that something more dramatic and deeper could also happen through Christ. Despite of their scepticism, they confessed their faith in Christ and Jesus called Lazarus out and presented him to the family. In the eyes of Mary and Martha, Jesus was late, but in reality…he was on time!

As we struggle with our petty and serious issues of life, let us cling on to God's promises. It is true that it is awful and frustrating to wait. But, it is a thrilling adventure to walk with God who does supernatural things which are beyond our comprehension. Miracles will happen in our lives as it happened in Abraham's and Lazarus' household. He allows situations to go over our head sometimes, but remember He is in control and wants to do supernatural interventions in our lives.

Sometimes, we too may think 'oh, it is too late' but…trust me, He will be on time! His time is always the right time! Expect a miracle! Expect it today!