Study Guide / Outline

Introduction

• The speaker discusses how God showed them a vision of launching a school even before starting a church.
• Emphasis on the importance of being faithful to God’s calling and timing.
• Mention of David’s life as an example of waiting for God’s plan to unfold.

Section 1: God’s Call and Timing

• Description: The speaker talks about David’s anointing and calling as king.
• Main Points:
  • David was anointed and called, but he patiently waited for God’s timing.
  • Contentment in one’s current role while trusting God’s plan.

Section 2: David’s Faithfulness

• Description: The text discusses David’s attitude and actions while waiting for God’s plan to unfold.
• Main Points:
  • David excelled in his role as a shepherd, even though he was called to be a king.
  • Emphasizes being great and faithful in the present situation.
  • Acknowledges that promotion comes in God’s timing.

Section 3: Trusting in God’s Timing

• Description: The speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting God’s perfect timing.
• Main Points:
  • Reiteration of the message that God’s timing is perfect.
  • Encouragement to not be discouraged by delays or detours.

Section 4: Following God’s Path

• Description: The text highlights David’s journey, which might not have followed the expected path.
• Main Points:
  • David’s journey included unexpected steps, but it was God’s way.
  • Trusting God’s path, even when it seems counterintuitive.

Section 5: Promotions and God’s Declarations

• Description: The speaker discusses how promotions and destiny are determined.
• Main Points:
  • Trusting the words and promises God has spoken over one’s life.
  • David’s faith in God’s declarations, regardless of external circumstances.

Section 6: Seeking to Make God Happy

• Description: The text emphasizes the ultimate goal of an individual’s heart.
• Main Points:
  • The importance of seeking to make God happy rather than pursuing positions or titles.
  • A focus on the heart’s desire to serve God faithfully.

Section 7: Waiting for God’s Timing

• Description: The speaker advises against rushing to fulfill callings.
• Main Points:
  • Encouragement to wait for God’s timing, as it is perfect.
  • Patience in waiting for God’s plan to unfold.

Section 8: Contentment and Faithfulness

• Description: The text describes David’s attitude when he was anointed but not yet king.
• Main Points:
  • David’s contentment and faithfulness in his current role.
  • The idea that circumstances do not determine one’s destiny.

Conclusion

• The speaker offers a prayer of gratitude for God’s promises and declarations.
• Encouragement to trust God’s path and timing.
• Reference to David’s example of being after God’s heart, regardless of position or title.