Today's Scripture:
Romans 8:28 (NIV)
And we know that in "ALL" things God works for the good of those who love Him (God),
who have been called according to His (God's) purpose.
NOTE:
God works in "all things" - not just isolated incidents - for our good.
This does not mean that all that happens to us is good. Evil is prevalent
in our fallen world, but, God is able to turn every circumstance around
for our long-range good. Note that God is not working to make us happy, but,
to fulfill His Purpose. Note also that His Promise is not for everyone. It
can be claimed only by those who "Love God" and are called according to His
purpose. Those who are "called" are those the Holy Spirit convinces and
enables to receive Christ. Such people have a new perspective, a new mind-set
on life. They trust in God, not life's treasures; they look for their security
in Heaven, not non earth; they learn to accept, not resent, pain and persecution
because God is with them.
(Notes By: NIV Life Application Bible)
