Won't God Do It? Dr. Anita Turner on Lazarus and the Power of the Wait
Using the biblical account of Lazarus (John 11:1–45) and Luke 18:27 (“With God all things are possible”), Dr. Anita Turner invites you into a hopeful, practical study of God’s timing. Dr. A reminds us that Jesus loved Lazarus, Mary, and Martha and—despite knowing the outcome—delayed returning so that something greater could happen. This sets the stage for the central message: delay is not denial; the wait can strengthen faith.
The Lazarus Story and the Purpose of Delay
Dr. Turner retells how Jesus stayed in Jerusalem two days after hearing Lazarus was ill, and by the time He arrived Lazarus had been in the tomb four days. Rather than signaling neglect, Jesus explained He delayed “so that you may believe.” By calling Lazarus from the tomb—“Lazarus, come forth”—Jesus demonstrated He is “the resurrection and the life.” The miracle drew many to faith and even provoked the religious leaders, underscoring that God’s dramatic timing often produces testimony, not just answers.
Practical Lessons: Praise, Faith, and the Wait Time
From personal testimony (her years working in a district office) to Scripture (Isaiah 55:8–9; Psalm 23:5), Dr. Anita emphasizes praising God during waiting seasons. She encourages believers to give thanks, declare Christ amid trials, and remember that faith is belief in the unseen. Praise during the wait not only honors God—it becomes a public testimony for those watching. Even when situations seem “dead” or “stinking,” God can “loose” them and bring life and restoration.
A Call to Action: Believe, Praise, Testify
Dr. Turner closes by urging readers to trust God fully, turn struggles over to Him, and shout His goodness from rooftops when He acts. The Lazarus miracle shows that God uses delays to magnify His glory and grow faith. Want the full encouragement and prayer? Watch the video on the Power of Praise Network to hear Dr. A’s message, the opening prayer, and the closing testimony that ties it all together: praise in the wait leads to breakthrough. Won’t God do it? Yes — and He’s working even now.
