And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. —Romans 8:28
God, in His mercy, can also take the tragedies of life and use them. God can take the most evil deed and work in spite of it.
The apostle Paul made this point in Romans 8:28: “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Paul includes what we perceive as “good things,” as well as the bad things.
It’s hard for us to understand how a bad thing can ultimately work together for good. There is nothing good about what happened to the 150,000 people who died in Southeast Asia during the 2004 tsunami. It was tragic beyond belief.
But God, in His infinite wisdom and love, somehow takes all the events of our lives, both good and bad, and blends them together ultimately for good. The good He intends, that is.
After that tragedy, Christian organizations mobilized to send much needed help and resources to the hurting people of Southeast Asia. People received much needed physical and spiritual help.
Back then and even now, God will work things together for good.
5 comments:
Have faith TRD, we will be praying for you. Sometimes you just have to have blind faith and just trust that His plan reigns supreme.
Blessing,
cas
Indeed, trd, God has a sovereign plan for you, your mom, and your dad. Philippians 4:6-7.
tba
Just think if God could create this universe with all of its details and innerworkings then he's more than capable of taking care of us. Just give your life over to him and trust that he'll be there for you and your loved ones.
TRD, I am praying for you and your parents. Just prayed that God would give you and your folks comfort, peace, and wisdom in this difficult time...
CAS, good verse for all of us to meditate on.
thanks everyone for your prayers and wisdom. today's post was certainly timely. it certainly takes faith to trust during not so good times.
as for my mom's health, so far so good. the initial tests that took place yesterday were positive (in a good way). she will have a biopsy this week so will know more then. But my mom was a lot more upbeat after her tests yesterday. it was definitely answer to prayer! she isnt out of the weeds yet, but i really feel comforted by God. I feel he has given us peace and comfort and is watching over her. thanks again!
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