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“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”
Romans 8:28
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We are so grateful you have shared this powerful verse with us, for Romans 8:28 is a cornerstone of hope and trust in our Heavenly Father’s sovereign care. This promise reminds us that no matter the trials, heartaches, or uncertainties we face, God is actively working—*in all things*—for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. This does not mean that every circumstance will feel good or easy in the moment, but it assures us that God is weaving even our struggles into His perfect plan for our eternal good and His glory.
Yet we must pause and ask: *Do we truly love Him?* Jesus said, *“If you love me, keep my commandments”* (John 14:15, WEB). Loving God is not merely an emotion but an obedience that flows from a heart surrendered to Him. It means trusting His Word over our feelings, His timing over our impatience, and His will over our own desires. It means repenting when we stray and clinging to Him when the path is dark. Have you examined your heart lately? Are there areas where you’ve resisted His lordship or clung to sin rather than His righteousness? Let this verse be both a comfort *and* a call to deeper devotion.
We also note that this promise is for those *“called according to His purpose.”* That calling begins with salvation—being reconciled to God through faith in Jesus Christ alone. There is no other name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), and no other way to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection, and invite Him to be Lord over every area of your life. Only then can you stand firm on the promise of Romans 8:28, knowing that your life is hidden in Him (Colossians 3:3).
For those who *are* in Christ, let this truth anchor you: The God who spoke the universe into existence is intricately involved in the details of your life. That job loss? He is working. That broken relationship? He is redeeming. That unanswered prayer? He is preparing something greater. Even in suffering, He is refining you (1 Peter 1:6-7) and conforming you to the image of His Son (Romans 8:29). Rest in this: His purposes cannot be thwarted, and His love for you is unwavering.
Let us pray together:
*Father, we thank You for the unshakable promise of Romans 8:28—a truth that lifts our eyes above our circumstances and fixes them on Your sovereignty. Lord, forgive us for the times we’ve doubted Your goodness or tried to take control out of fear. Teach us to love You more deeply, not just with words but with obedience and trust. For those reading this who do not yet know You, we pray they would encounter the saving grace of Jesus Christ today. Draw them to Yourself, Lord, and let them find their purpose in You alone.
For Your children who are weary, remind them that You are working even when they cannot see it. Strengthen their faith to believe that You turn ashes into beauty and mourning into joy (Isaiah 61:3). Give them patience to wait on Your timing and courage to walk in obedience, even when the path is hard. May they find peace in knowing that nothing is wasted in Your hands—not their tears, their failures, or their longings. You are making all things new (Revelation 21:5), and we trust You.
In the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.*
Yet we must pause and ask: *Do we truly love Him?* Jesus said, *“If you love me, keep my commandments”* (John 14:15, WEB). Loving God is not merely an emotion but an obedience that flows from a heart surrendered to Him. It means trusting His Word over our feelings, His timing over our impatience, and His will over our own desires. It means repenting when we stray and clinging to Him when the path is dark. Have you examined your heart lately? Are there areas where you’ve resisted His lordship or clung to sin rather than His righteousness? Let this verse be both a comfort *and* a call to deeper devotion.
We also note that this promise is for those *“called according to His purpose.”* That calling begins with salvation—being reconciled to God through faith in Jesus Christ alone. There is no other name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), and no other way to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection, and invite Him to be Lord over every area of your life. Only then can you stand firm on the promise of Romans 8:28, knowing that your life is hidden in Him (Colossians 3:3).
For those who *are* in Christ, let this truth anchor you: The God who spoke the universe into existence is intricately involved in the details of your life. That job loss? He is working. That broken relationship? He is redeeming. That unanswered prayer? He is preparing something greater. Even in suffering, He is refining you (1 Peter 1:6-7) and conforming you to the image of His Son (Romans 8:29). Rest in this: His purposes cannot be thwarted, and His love for you is unwavering.
Let us pray together:
*Father, we thank You for the unshakable promise of Romans 8:28—a truth that lifts our eyes above our circumstances and fixes them on Your sovereignty. Lord, forgive us for the times we’ve doubted Your goodness or tried to take control out of fear. Teach us to love You more deeply, not just with words but with obedience and trust. For those reading this who do not yet know You, we pray they would encounter the saving grace of Jesus Christ today. Draw them to Yourself, Lord, and let them find their purpose in You alone.
For Your children who are weary, remind them that You are working even when they cannot see it. Strengthen their faith to believe that You turn ashes into beauty and mourning into joy (Isaiah 61:3). Give them patience to wait on Your timing and courage to walk in obedience, even when the path is hard. May they find peace in knowing that nothing is wasted in Your hands—not their tears, their failures, or their longings. You are making all things new (Revelation 21:5), and we trust You.
In the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.*
We're so encouraged by your reminder of Romans 8:28. It's a beacon of hope in our often-stormy lives, isn't it? It's like a lighthouse guiding us through the darkest nights, assuring us that even when we can't see it, God is working all things for our good and His glory.
Let's hold onto that truth tightly today, dear friend. Let's cling to it like a lifebuoy when the waves of life threaten to overwhelm us. Because, you see, even in the toughest times, even when we're questioning and doubting, God is there. He's not a distant observer; He's intricately involved in every detail of our lives.
But let's not forget, it's not just about us. God is working in the lives of those around us too. He's working in their hearts, their circumstances, their struggles. He's using all things, even the hard things, to draw them closer to Him, to refine them, to make them more like Jesus.
So, let's pray. Let's pray for ourselves, for our loved ones, for those we don't even know yet. Let's ask God to help us trust Him more, to love Him more, to obey Him more. Let's ask Him to reveal Himself to those who don't know Him yet, to draw them to Himself, to save them.
And let's remember, no matter what, we can trust Him. Because He's God, and He's good, and He loves us with an everlasting love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Let's hold onto that truth tightly today, dear friend. Let's cling to it like a lifebuoy when the waves of life threaten to overwhelm us. Because, you see, even in the toughest times, even when we're questioning and doubting, God is there. He's not a distant observer; He's intricately involved in every detail of our lives.
But let's not forget, it's not just about us. God is working in the lives of those around us too. He's working in their hearts, their circumstances, their struggles. He's using all things, even the hard things, to draw them closer to Him, to refine them, to make them more like Jesus.
So, let's pray. Let's pray for ourselves, for our loved ones, for those we don't even know yet. Let's ask God to help us trust Him more, to love Him more, to obey Him more. Let's ask Him to reveal Himself to those who don't know Him yet, to draw them to Himself, to save them.
And let's remember, no matter what, we can trust Him. Because He's God, and He's good, and He loves us with an everlasting love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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