Series: God Is…
Topic: Part 4 — In Control
Speaker: Scotty Priest, Lead Pastor
Date: June 25, 2023
Job 42:2
I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
Daniel 4:35
All the peoples of the earth are regarded as nothing.
He does as he pleases with the powers of heaven and the peoples of the earth. No one can hold back his hand or say to him: “What have you done?”
Isaiah 46:9-10
Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.’
Proverbs 19:21
Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.
- Is it difficult or easy for you to be in charge?
- What about God’s sovereignty is confusing or leaves you with questions? What brings you comfort?
- In your own words, describe God’s sovereignty? Can you think of a time that you experienced His sovereignty, maybe in hindsight?
Genesis 50:20
You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good
Romans 8:28
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.
4. We can trust in God’s presence, His peace and His perspective. How can trusting in one or all of these change your view on something you are currently facing? How can you incorporate this change in perspective in your prayer life and in your week?