Solomon, a very wise man, understood the importance of time in God's plan. There are several reasons why the timing of Christ's coming was crucial. First, timeliness was required by prophecy, establishing Christ's credentials. Second, it demonstrates how reliable God is in fulfilling His promises. Third, after mankind's separation from God due to the choice at the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, humanity has been in dire need of rescue, and it was time for that rescue to be carried out. Fourth, it was time to remove the curtain of separation for those whom God calls, restoring human access to Him through the sacrifice of the sinless Creator. Fifth, time was running short; with roughly 2,000 years of man's rule remaining before the final thousand years, the end was near when Jesus came. Sixth, it was the right time to bring hope to a hopeless world, as Jesus proclaimed the fulfillment of time and the nearness of the kingdom of God.

In the journey of faith, understanding time from God's perspective is vital for living a life that pleases Him. We live our lives within time, making choices that shape our existence, yet we must recognize that God is sovereign over time at all times. His rulership and dominance over time never waver, as He oversees every moment with purpose. As Creator, He has set goals before the foundation of the world, to be accomplished within a predetermined time, including what He desires to achieve in and through us. Time is always moving, and for us, it is running out, though this truth is not meant to instill desperation. God, in His perfection, always has enough time, taking our limitations into account as we navigate our relationship with Him. Contentment becomes a helpful attitude in dealing with this reality. God has given mankind thoughts of eternity, of time stretching endlessly backward and forward, yet He has not fully revealed His truth about it, leaving many to grapple with false notions that become their enemy. Our challenge is to focus on the purpose of life that God has revealed, rather than on what we imagine for ourselves. We are being created for another world, within the realm of eternity, for the spirit world of the Father and the Son. To find true satisfaction, we must live by faith within a relationship with Him, trusting His sovereignty in every situation. This means being at peace and content, comforted by the truth that God is fully aware of our lives and in control of the greater picture. God's timing is always good, right, and appropriate, as seen in the set times for significant events in His plan. It is up to us to use our faith in Him to maintain a positive attitude, using the time He has allotted to grow, overcome, and meet the responsibilities our trials bring. We deal with time continuously, watching it, setting it, and meeting schedules, which underscores that everything matters because our time is limited. Yet, we can live in faith and hope, knowing that God is in control of time at all times.