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Friday, March 13, 2015

GOD’S PURPOSE

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.1Romans 8:28
         We know from 1 Corinthians 6:12 (and 1 Corinthians 10:23) that while all things are permissible not all things are beneficial or constructive.  The purposes of God for His children are always beneficial.  We love the Lord because He first loved us (1 John 4:19).  To love is to obey.  To obey brings about the will of God in your life.  The will of God works to our ultimate good and greatest benefit.  We believe this by faith.  Our faith leads us to trust God in all things.  You see, it’s like a mathematical equation; 1 + 1 = 2.  Faith + trust = obedience.  Obedience brings about God’s purpose, which is good, helpful and advantageous in this life.
            We struggle with wanting to do things on our own, straining at the leash to break free of the perceived restraints that we feel have been placed upon us.  God, in all His wisdom, understands our struggles and is patient with us, far more patient than those in the world would be.  We strive to be autonomous, to make things happen by our own power not realizing that God is the source of our power.  Without God we can do nothing of any value.  Most importantly, without God’s help we can’t accomplish anything of any eternal worth.
            When all is said and done, the Lord is the One who molds the clay and makes good come out of every situation.  No matter what appearances tell you or your perception of something is, God remains in complete control and will bring about great good from all situations you may find yourself in.  It may not appear so on the surface, but as things unfold you will begin to realize that things have turned out exactly as they needed to.  God loves you and desires only good for you.  Trust Him.  Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!           

1 according to his purpose.  The purpose of God guarantees “good” for His people. For them this is not necessarily ease and quiet, but being like Christ (vv. 17–23, 29). God’s providence rules in such a way as to ensure everything that happens to us is working for our ultimate good. [Reformation Study Bible].