IN THE "fullness of time," God sent His son into the world (Galatians 4:4-6). However, it was not at that moment God decided to save the world through Christ. It had been God's intention since ages past.
In fact, Paul writes to Timothy that it was God's eternal purpose (2 Timothy 1:9). We must be impressed with how far ahead God plans!

Here are some ways we can plan ahead, and, in so doing, up-grade our service for Him. Decide t o pray before every meal and every event of life. Begin each day with a prayer of thanksgiving and a request for safety and for guidance. Keep an updated list of people we need t o remember in prayer. Establish a daily schedule for reading and meditating on God's Word.

At the beginning of each week, make a list of persons we want to serve. Establish a personal plan for giving money for the work of the church. Arrange some regular time alone to examine critically our spiritual progress. Establish a personal strategy for helping God fulfill His plan for saving the world through Christ.

Remember, things go better when we plan ahead!