Ask Pastor John Why Didn’t Christ Come Sooner?
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May 19, 2025 Why did it take so long for Jesus to arrive? This discussion dives into God's divine timing and the necessity of the Mosaic law, illustrating how it prepared humanity for redemption. The concept of 'the fullness of time' is unpacked, highlighting a timeline from Abraham to Christ. Each moment was significant in demonstrating the limitations of law-keeping. This journey towards faith sets the stage for the ultimate message of salvation, showing how every detail was orchestrated for a profound purpose.
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Fullness of Time Explained
- Jesus came at the fullness of time, the specific time God appointed governed by divine sovereignty.
- The fullness of time relates to the era of Mosaic law until the date set by the Father for redemption.
Law Highlights Need for Faith
- The Mosaic law period was designed to increase awareness of sin and failure to be justified by law-keeping.
- Israel's law-keeping showed the impossibility of justification without faith, preparing the way for Christ.
Sinfulness Must Become Full
- There is a fullness of time for sinfulness to mature before divine judgment acts justly.
- God waited until the iniquity of the Amorites was full before sending deliverance through Israel.
