Posts Tagged ‘Sovereignty’
Seeing God’s Sovereignty in Our Suffering
“These are the times that try men’s souls…” the well-known words of poet Thomas Paine came to mind as I drove to the grocery store yesterday in my fearless quest to acquire the rare jewel of toilet paper. Never in my short lifetime has the world faced such so much uncertainty. The hopelessness, despair, and…
Read MoreWhy did Peter live and James die? Trusting Our Sovereign God
Acts 12 presents the first loss from the apostolic company, the death of James, brother of John, one of the “Sons of Thunder,” a member of the inner circle of the Lord’s disciples. At the same time, and from the same executioner, we find Peter delivered by the mighty hand of God. Why the difference?…
Read MoreMaking Decisions, Trusting God and Casting Lots
This series of wisdom statements in Proverbs 16 can help you to navigate the many decisions you make in life, big and small. A man’s heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps. (Proverbs 16:9) He who heeds the word wisely will find good, and whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he.…
Read MorePredestination
George Stiekes Ye have not chosen Me, but I have chosen you. John 15:16 There have so many disputes, arguments, and even church splits over the issue of predestination. It is sad when brothers and sisters in Christ divide over the issue of free will or election because both are taught in the Bible.
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