SCRIPTURE: Romans (NIV) 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. 29 For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the likeness of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. 30 And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified.
OBSERVATION: In an uncertain world, it is good to have things that are certain. It is good to have things that we can count on to never change. This is better than having it engraved in stone. It is here recorded in God’s Word that God is actively involved in weaving the pieces of our lives together that good will ultimately result!
This verse is not for everyone; it has limitations. It for those who love Him. It is for those who are following the calling “according to His purpose.” For the person who loves God and is pursuing God’s calling, there is absolutely nothing to worry about. God is in control.
For those who choose to walk with Him, he had a predestined plan. A fisherman goes into the forest to get lumber for a boat he is building. When he chooses a tree, he already knows what his plan is for that tree. For those of us who have responded to the call of the spirit, God has a plan! It is to be developed into the likeness of His Son Jesus!
APPLICATION: What peace is brought into our lives as we consider that God is working through all things, good things and bad things, for our good and His glory. We can walk ahead in confident trust. We can allow His peace to fill our lives.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I am yours. Use me for your glory. I want to live in honor of your Son, Jesus who gave His life as payment for my sins. And I want to live in obedience to your Holy Spirit who has taken up residence in my life. I want my love for you to be easily seen by those around me. Amen
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