Appointed Times

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Appointed times within God’s unfolding purpose

The Time of Fulfillment of Promise

Genesis 21:2 NIV

Sarah became pregnant and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised him.

Romans 9:9 NIV

For this was how the promise was stated: “At the appointed time I will return, and Sarah will have a son.”

The Time of Israel’s deliverance

Psalm 102:13 NIV

You will arise and have compassion on Zion, for it is time to show favor to her; the appointed time has come.

Habakkuk

Habakkuk 2:3 NIV

For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.

Habakkuk 2:3 NIV

For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.

The Time of Jesus Christ Coming

Galatians 4:2–4 NIV

The heir is subject to guardians and trustees until the time set by his father. So also, when we were underage, we were in slavery under the elemental spiritual forces of the world. But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law,

The Time of Jesus Death

John 12:23 NIV

Jesus replied, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified.

The Time of Christ’s Return

1 Corinthians 4:5 NIV

Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. At that time each will receive their praise from God.

Colossians 4:5 NIV

Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.