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Your Question:
How can we trust in God's sovereignty when our plans are constantly being disrupted?
Answer:
As I sit here, reflecting on the disruptions in our family's plans, I'm reminded of the sovereignty of God. It's easy to get caught up in the idea that our plans are being constantly disrupted, but the Bible tells us that God's plans are eternal and unchanging. He knows the end from the beginning, and He will accomplish all His good purposes. This should give us great comfort and increase our trust in Him, especially in difficult circumstances. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the idea of God's sovereignty and human responsibility. It's a complex issue, but the Bible teaches us that we are still responsible for our actions. While God is sovereign over all that occurs, He has given us the freedom to make choices. This means that we must take ownership of our decisions and actions, even as we trust in God's sovereignty. It's not a contradiction, but rather a beautiful harmony between God's control and our responsibility. When our plans are disrupted, it can be tempting to feel a sense of hopelessness or fear. But God tells us that He will give us the grace to handle the disappointments that lie ahead. Our task is to live for Him in the present, trusting in His goodness and sovereignty. It's not reckless to trust in God rather than ourselves, but rather a choice to surrender our lives to Him and His plans. As I pray for my family and our church, I'm reminded of God's promise to accomplish all His good purposes, and I'm grateful for the trust and peace that comes from knowing He is in control.
Sources:
systematic theology
wayne grudem
christian theology
millard erickson
reformed doctrine salvation
loraine boettner
depression
edward welch
jesus on trial
david limbaugh
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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