“But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” 2 Peter 3:8.

On this journey of life, we deal with so many unknowns; and at times it appears as though things are just simply out of control. But, to the Christian, we know that things are right on schedule-God’s schedule!

In Acts 1:7, the disciples questioned Jesus after the resurrection about the end of times; they were excited about His resurrection and wanted to know when they would go with Him. The scripture states, “And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.” Jesus gently reminded them that not only was it not necessary for them to know, but that they still had some work to do in this present age.

My friends, time and seasons are in God’s hands; we need to trust in the knowledge that He knows what is best for us. “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving let your requests be known unto God.” Philippians 4:6

It is just human nature to desire a sense of control-especially when things seem chaotic; the political powers that be are always searching for a way to change things their way and return life to so-called normalcy… but every new day is just that…a new day that we have never seen; it has its own blessings and challenges. “Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.” Matthew 6:34.

The songwriter wrote no truer words: Yesterday’s gone, sweet Jesus, and tomorrow may never be mine . . .  the fact is… only God is omniscient and sovereign; He holds time in His powerful hands. “But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” 2 Peter 3:8.

No, we don’t really need to know exactly what’s coming next…but we do need to know that the Lord God Almighty has divine providence in all things… and He safely holds tomorrow in His hands!

So, let us fervently pray for God to grant us patience and much peace as we do our very best to walk by faith and not by sight. We can rest assured that the Lord will always give us a measure of peace in our hearts when we make everything concerning our lives a matter of prayer.

Yes…we still have a work to do…every day that He so graciously gives us life and strength is a new opportunity to make a difference in this present age. So as the old gospel hymn goes . . .  Lord, help me today, show me the way, One day at a time!

One day at a time, sweet Jesus

That’s all I’m asking from You.

Just give me the strength to do every day.

What I have to do

Yesterday’s gone, sweet Jesus.

And tomorrow may never be mine.

Lord, help me today, show me the way, one day at a time.

God’s grace and mercy guide and keep us all!