#soap # Isaiah 16 ## Title: We’re on God’s Schedule ## Scripture: (Isaiah 16:13-14) This is the message the Lord previously announced about Moab. Now the Lord makes this announcement: “Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her many people; there will be only a few insignificant survivors left.” (NET) ## Observation: I recently had the honor of traveling to Oregon for the first time. While there, I decided to go on a tour of the Portland area. When asking about the day’s schedule and what was planned, the guide basically said, “You’re going to need to calm down. You’re on Oregon time now.” This was his way of saying, they didn’t get in a hurry in Oregon. They had a schedule, but it was more of a guideline than a taskmaster. I experienced the same thing when going to Mexico. Both of these cultures value relationship over timelines. So, in both scenarios I had to realize I couldn’t have it my way. I had to abide by their schedule, or lack thereof. God is like that. We can try to control the situation or make our suggestions, but we live in His world. We live according to His schedule and not ours. So, after we are finished fussing and complaining, we need to stop and realize, He is going to do things His way. The best news is His way is the best way. ## Application: Calm down and trust the Lord’s schedule. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for being the ultimate timekeeper.