The Proverbist once wrote: “To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). There are correct times and seasons to sow, to be born, to invest, to speak, to remain quiet, etc. We have the God-given authority to make our own decisions and live the way we choose. And in doing so, many times we make decisions outside of the correct timing or season. Due to this, some of the things we do will not succeed. 1 Peter 5:6 says: “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God [set aside self-righteous pride], so that He may exalt you [to a place of honor in His service] at the appropriate time.” The word “appropriate” in this verse contains a powerful principle. It means “due season, proper time, time of visitation, appointed time, His own good time, the right time, His timing.” God has a perfect time in His will to exalt, promote or prosper you in the place of His service. This includes everything you need to accomplish His purpose in your life. So instead of praying for God to prosper you, may I suggest that you pray to God to give you discernment regarding His timing as you serve Him. This way, you won’t get ahead of His timing, and you won’t miss your time of visitation. After all, to everything there is a correct and and accurate time and season!
This is what God is looking for in order to promote you!
Humility is not a negative thing. There is power in humility. Moses was a man of great power and authority, yet, look at what Numbers 12:3 says about him: “Now the man Moses was very humble, more than all men who were on the face of the earth.” Jesus was known as a meek man, yet no one can dispute His awesome authority and power. Matthew 11:29 (Amplified) says this about Jesus: “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me [following Me as My disciple], for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest (renewal, blessed quiet) for your souls.” Not even the grave could keep Jesus down. 1 Peter 5:6 confirms this truth: “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.” Reject pride. It will destroy you. Follow the examples of Jesus and Moses. Humility and meekness is not weakness. It is controlled power.
James 4:6 & 10 “…..Therefore He says: ‘God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.’ Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.”
