Celebrating The Sovereignty and Providence of God (Part One)

From the desk of Dr. Robert L. Taylor, Th.D. As humans, we instinctively develop a worldview that helps us make sense of how and why it operates the way it does (socially, culturally, politically, economically, etc.). This starts in the earliest years of childhood and, for most people, continues well into adulthood. As we grow, we’re confronted with new and complex experiences that challenge us to modify our thinking to accommodate life’s many nuances. This constant modification is needed in order to adjust and move forward. However, we also need certain unchanging absolutes to provide an anchor; otherwise, we’re constantly adrift being tossed to and fro in a sea of opinion! God and His Word provide those unchanging absolutes. Furthermore, as we study God’s Word and live by faith, we develop godly character, live productive lives, and develop a personal sense of destiny derived from our relationship with the One who has called us into Christian service. For the Christian, there is no greater honor, no higher calling, no greater purpose one can attain, than that lived by God’s children who walk daily with their Father, the King of kings. Being part of His royal family instills in us a noble mind which demands we live by the biblical virtues expected of those who are brothers and sisters to the King of kings and Lord of lords. Much of this begins when we understand that our God is the sovereign Ruler of His universe, and that we are blessed to know and walk with Him, trusting the affairs of this life are under His wise control. In this teaching, I’ll focus specifically on what the Bible says about God’s sovereignty and how He governs through providence. My prayer and hope is that this knowledge will provide sense in a world that can, at times, be in a state of complete confusion and disorder. Be encouraged!