So often, frustration in life comes not from where we are or what we’re facing, but from misunderstanding the timing of God. God, in His wisdom, has given us the gift of time—not as a trap, but as a vehicle to deliver His promises and purposes at the right moment. Just as a loving father doesn’t give his children everything they ask for immediately, God withholds certain things until we are ready, so that blessings don’t become burdens. Time is the means by which God matures us, prepares us, and ensures that what He gives will be a true inheritance, not a fleeting prize. Seasons are central to how God works. There is a time to plant and a time to harvest, a time to hold on and a time to let go. Many of our frustrations come from trying to force a harvest in a planting season, or refusing to move on when the season has changed. The people, opportunities, and blessings in our lives are often seasonal, and recognizing when time has shifted is crucial. It’s not that people or opportunities become bad; it’s that time has changed, and we must discern what belongs in each season. Timing is everything. In life, as in music or sports, skill and effort mean little without the right timing. Acting out of season, even with the right intentions, can lead to fruitlessness or even harm. The key is to focus not on the pressures or voices around us, but on Jesus—the “ball” in the analogy—who reveals the right timing and leads us into fruitfulness. Jesus is the revealer of the hidden God, the one who takes us from mere comparison to true revelation. As we mature, He reveals more, and our understanding of timing deepens. God is not hiding from us; He is inviting us to seek, to dig, to press in, so that He can reveal more of Himself and His timing. Sometimes, the most important growth happens unseen, as roots go deep before fruit appears. If you’re in a season of waiting, trust that God is working beneath the surface. As you gather wisdom from past seasons and allow Jesus to reveal the timing, you’ll find that fruit comes more quickly and even miracles can happen—God can accelerate what would otherwise take years.