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Is this really God's plan?
Answer:
As I sit here, reflecting on the nature of God's plan, I'm reminded of the sovereignty and wisdom of our Lord. The Bible teaches us that God's plan is all-encompassing, extending to every event, even the most minute. This means that His plan is not limited to just the good things that happen in our lives, but also includes the difficult and challenging circumstances. Some may wonder if God's plan allows for human free will, or if everything is predetermined. I believe that God's plan is efficacious, meaning that what He has purposed from eternity will surely come to pass. This doesn't mean that we don't have a role to play in His plan, but rather that our actions are part of His larger plan. As the Bible says, "All that the Father gives me will come to me... No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him" (John 6:37, 44). This illustrates that our responses to God's message are a result of His decision. I understand that this can be a difficult concept to grasp, especially when faced with evil and suffering. But I believe that God's plan is not just about what we see on the surface, but about His deeper purposes and intentions. As the Bible says, "Surely, as I have planned, so will it be, and as I have purposed, so it will stand" (Isaiah 14:24). This gives me comfort and confidence in the midst of uncertainty, knowing that God is working out His purposes in our lives.
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christian theology
millard erickson
no doubt about it
winfried corduran
reformed doctrine salvation
loraine boettner
systematic theology
wayne grudem
god
j i packer knowing
why does god allow evil
clay jones
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