Tag: God is sovereign

Spurgeon: The Lord is self existent and true, and therefore worthy of the confidence of men

February 17, 2011

And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in YOU. Psalm 39:7 Savor these rich and comforting words from Charles H. Spurgeon on this verse from Psalm 39- The Lord is self existent and true, and therefore worthy of the confidence of men; he will live when all the creatures die, … More Spurgeon: The Lord is self existent and true, and therefore worthy of the confidence of men

John Piper: The sheer fact that Exodus 34 exists is proof that God is a God of mercy

February 13, 2011

John Piper discusses Exodus 34 in a sermon, “The Lord, a God Merciful and Gracious” The sheer fact that Exodus 34 exists is proof that God is a God of mercy. This is the second time God has met Moses on the mountain to make a covenant with the people of Israel. When Moses came … More John Piper: The sheer fact that Exodus 34 exists is proof that God is a God of mercy

J. C. Ryle: winds, and waves, and storms are all Christ’s servants

February 11, 2011

J. C. Ryle with encouragement gleaned from Matthew 14:22-33 at “Grace Gems!”– There is encouragement here for all true Christians. Let them know that there is nothing created, which is not under Christ’s control. “All things serve Him.” He may allow His people to be tried for a season, and tossed to and fro by storms … More J. C. Ryle: winds, and waves, and storms are all Christ’s servants

J.C. Ryle: There is no such thing in reality as chance, accident, or luck.

February 1, 2011

J.C. Ryle comments on Matthew 10:26-31 at Grace Gems!: Those who try to do good must keep before their minds the providential care of God over them. Nothing can happen in this world without His permission. There is no such thing in reality as chance, accident, or luck. “The very hairs of their heads are … More J.C. Ryle: There is no such thing in reality as chance, accident, or luck.

God’s sovereignty, purpose, providence and human responsibility

January 21, 2011

Sin is sin. Betrayal is betrayal.  Evil is evil. Joseph’s brothers’ evil intentions to kill him shaped his life forever. The consequences from their actions are part of his history.  Joseph doesn’t excuse their behavior or act as if it never happened. BUT he sees God’s hand in his brothers’ treachery. He believes that God was working … More God’s sovereignty, purpose, providence and human responsibility