Throughout life, God’s timing is always perfect. In this inspiring and heartfelt message, Pastor Chris Teien reminds us that Christmas is not about stress, shopping, or disappointment—but about Jesus arriving right on time. Through Scripture, real-life stories, and personal reflections, this message invites us to celebrate God’s plan, trust His timing, and boldly share Christ during this season and beyond.
Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335627
Key Points:
- God Planned to Send Jesus from the Beginning – Genesis 3:14–15. From the first sin, God had a plan to send a Savior to rescue humanity.
- God Gave Guidelines but People Needed Grace – Romans 8:3–4. The law revealed human weakness and pointed to the need for a Savior.
- Jesus Came at the Perfect Time to Rescue and Adopt Us – Galatians 4:4–5. God's timing brought salvation through Christ and adoption into His family.
- God’s Perfect Timing Continues in Our Lives – Romans 8:29. Even today, God is orchestrating events to shape us into the image of Christ.
Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
- Honest reflections on the timing of meeting his wife Julie at just the right stage of spiritual maturity.
- Stories of faithful witnessing through Bibles and hope cards shared in daily life.
- Encouragement to embrace opportunities to share Christ during the Christmas season.
- Real-life examples of seeing God’s timing in everyday circumstances and ministry.
Notable Quotes:
- "God’s perfect timing sent Jesus into a broken world—and His timing is perfect in your life too."
- "Christmas isn’t about finding the perfect gift—it’s about receiving the perfect Savior."
- "Don't wait until it’s too late to respond to Christ—today is the day of salvation."
Actionable Takeaways:
- Trust that God's timing is better than your own—especially in seasons of waiting.
- Boldly share Christ with others during Christmas and all year long.
- Reflect on the hope and certainty you have because of Jesus’ arrival and promised return.
- Spend time simplifying and focusing on your relationship with Jesus this season.
Scripture References:
- Genesis 3:14–15 – Promise of the Savior after the fall
- Romans 8:3–4 – The law could not save; Christ could
- Galatians 4:4–5 – God’s perfect timing in sending Jesus
- John 3:16 – God’s gift of salvation through Christ
- Romans 8:29 – God's purpose to shape us into Christlikeness
- Hebrews 3:1 – Focus on Jesus, our apostle and high priest
Keywords:
Christmas, God's perfect timing, gospel, trust in God, salvation, adoption into God's family, John 3:16, Galatians 4, Christian hope, sharing Christ
Closing Statement:
God’s perfect plan was revealed when Jesus came at just the right time—and He is still working perfectly in your life today. Trust Him, celebrate Christ, and boldly live out your faith this Christmas season and beyond.
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The WELL Faith Podcast shares practical, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you worship, encourage, learn, and love in everyday life. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.Church in Virginia, MN, and follow and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform.
