1.1 God's timing is not our timing. He is not bound by time and His plans unfold in His perfect timing. 2 Peter 3:8
1.2 God's timing is always right. He is never late nor early, but always on time. Ecclesiastes 3:1
1.3 We must trust in God's timing. Even when we don't understand, we must have faith that He knows best. Proverbs 3:5-6
2.1 God's intervention can be swift. When we cry out to Him in distress, He hears us and responds quickly. Psalm 69:17
2.2 God's intervention can also be gradual. He often works in ways that are not immediately apparent to us. Isaiah 55:8-9
2.3 Whether swift or gradual, God's intervention is always timely. He knows exactly when to act for our good and His glory. Romans 8:28
3.1 God's judgment can come quickly. He is a just God and will not tolerate sin indefinitely. Revelation 22:12
3.2 God's judgment can also be delayed. He is patient, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9
3.3 Whether quick or delayed, God's judgment is always just. He will repay each person according to what they have done. Romans 2:6
4.1 God's blessings can come quickly. He is able to bless us abundantly, so that in all things, at all times, we have all that we need. 2 Corinthians 9:8
4.2 God's blessings can also be gradual. They often come as we walk faithfully with Him over time. Galatians 6:9
4.3 Whether quick or gradual, God's blessings are always good. He gives good gifts to His children. James 1:17
5.1 Our response to God should be immediate. When He calls, we should answer without delay. Isaiah 65:24
5.2 Our response to God should be persistent. We should continue to seek Him, even when the answer seems slow in coming. Luke 18:1
5.3 Whether immediate or persistent, our response to God should always be obedient. Obedience is better than sacrifice. 1 Samuel 15:22