1/9/18

The Sovereignty of God

God is sovereign, which means God is in control of His universe and determines the outcome of all things according to His own wise purpose. He has absolute authority and rule over His creation (1 Chronicles 29:11-12; Psalm 47:7). Nothing is outside the scope of God’s rule (Ephesians 1:11). He controls and guides all events for His glory and for our good (Romans 8:28-29). 

God does not adjust His plans according to the events of human history nor does He wait to see what people will decide before He decides what He will do, though He does respond differently when people pray or do not pray, and when people obey or disobey. Jer 18:7-10 NLT

God’s decrees govern history (Daniel 4:34-35; Acts 2:23; 17:24-27). This includes the calling of those who will be saved by Him (Romans 8:29-30; Ephesians 1:4; 1 Peter 1:2). Knowing that God is sovereign (in control) gives us fuller understanding of all other doctrines and gives comfort and security in difficulties and temptations (Romans 8:31-39).
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