The working of God in our midst is never based on our timetable. We do not instruct God on when He will work or what He will do. That is entirely his prerogative. All we can do is to make the most of His visitations.
The Samaritans had been so deeply impacted by Jesus that they begged Him to stay longer in their midst. He remained two additional days. What did the people do in that time? How much time did they spend with Jesus? How many questions did they ask? Were there any miracles performed? What could Jesus accomplish in two days in any place?
The Samaritans might have assumed that Jesus was staying for a month, or perhaps permanently. But He only remained two days. Jesus had much still to do and many places still to preach. He had graciously granted the Samaritans two additional days. How tragic it would have been to squander that time! What if some of the villagers assumed they had plenty of time to stop by and visit with Jesus? What if certain business people waited until their work was done before coming to see Jesus? How tragic to have Jesus working in your community and yet you miss it.
When Jesus does a fresh work in our life or church, we cannot assume that work will continue forever. Divine visitations are profoundly special moments. They ought to immediately take center stage. Every other activity and commitment should be swiftly set aside. Savor every moment you have with Jesus. You have no guarantee how long it will last.