God's Timing: Preparing Hearts for the Gospel

Baptist Daily Devotional
May 31
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Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | May 31 2025 | Acts 9:32-35

KEY VERSE: “As Peter travelled about the country, he went to visit the saints in Lydda. There he found a man named Aeneas, who was paralyzed and had been bedridden for eight years." Acts 9:32-33 (NIV)

MESSAGE:

Peter’s healing of Aeneas wasn’t just a miracle of physical restoration; it was a moment of divine timing. It was through this act that many in Lydda and the surrounding areas turned to the Lord. God’s miracles are ALWAYS perfectly timed, designed not only to meet personal needs but also to advance His gospel purpose. As a result of the healing of Aeneas, “All those who lived in Lydda and Sharon saw him and turned to the Lord.” Acts 9:35 (NIV).

In our lives, God's timing is always perfect. The miracles, breakthroughs, and opportunities He provides may not always come when we expect them, but they are orchestrated for His glory. We are called to trust in God’s perfect timing and be ready to act when He opens the door.

Pray for patience and trust in God’s timing.

FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:

Do not try to get ahead of God in what He has called you to do. Wait for His perfect timing to make all things align and the lines fall in pleasant places. He is never too late or too early. Trust in his timing.

PRAYER:

Lord, help me to trust in Your timing. May I be ready to act when You open the doors and trust that Your plans for me are always good. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.

SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!

The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 151: 1 Samuel 13 - Saul’s Foolish Act

DAILY word study: PARALYSED

The term "paralysed originates from the Greek word "paralytikos," which is derived from "paraluō," meaning to loosen, weaken, or disable. It denotes a state of being motionless or lacking strength.

In Acts, the word describes those physically bound and helpless. Aeneas was not just immobile; he was positioned for a divine encounter that would lead many to faith. His healing wasn’t only personal—it was public, and purposeful.

Reflection:

What in your life has felt immovable? God steps into places of long delay and uses your rising as a reason for others to believe.