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How can we trust in God's sovereignty when our plans are constantly being disrupted?
Answer:
As a pastor and a man of faith, I've often grappled with this question. How can we trust in God's sovereignty when our plans are constantly being disrupted? The answer lies in understanding that God's plans are not made up suddenly as He goes along. In fact, He knows the end from the beginning, and He will accomplish all His good purposes. This should greatly increase our trust in Him, especially in difficult circumstances. The concept of God's sovereignty and our personal responsibility can be a challenging one to reconcile. However, the biblical worldview suggests that God's sovereignty and our free will are not mutually exclusive. We are still responsible for our actions, and God holds us accountable for them. Yet, He also works out His plans and purposes through us, using our decisions and actions to bring about His desired outcome. This understanding should give us confidence in trusting God, even when our plans are disrupted. Ultimately, trusting in God's sovereignty requires faith and trust in His goodness and wisdom. It means recognizing that He is at work in our lives, even when we can't see it. As the Bible says, "Surely, as I have planned, so will it be, and as I have purposed, so will it be." (Isaiah 14:24) By trusting in God's sovereignty, we can find peace and confidence, even in the midst of uncertainty and disruption.
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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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