Posts Tagged ‘ Sovereign ’
The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.
Proverbs 16:9, ESV
We may think we know what’s best for us, but God is moving our lives from behind the scenes. Sometimes He gives us what we want, and sometimes we’re happy with it.
The best thing is when He draws us to Jesus.
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
Matthew 11:28-29, ESV
This world is full of concerns, obligations, and worries, but our God is sovereign and mighty.
Trust in Him and His Word.
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:2, ESV
God created everything, so we can trust He knows what is happening and is guiding history to His own purpose.
“And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.”
Matthew 6:7-8, ESV
God is in control.
He knows our needs. He knows how to help us.
He also likes when we reach for Him, so ask for Him and His righteousness help in all circumstances.
The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all.
Psalm 103:19, ESV
God never changes, because He is outside of time; He is eternal. He interacts with us in time, but we can trust that He is in control of everything and is consistently good.
Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!
Psalm 27:14, ESV
Our God is in control.
Be patient. Trust Him. He may not fix all of our problems in this life, but He is coming again for us with eternal life.
Be strong in the Lord.
The earth is the Lord ’s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein
Psalm 24:1, ESV
God is in control. As our Maker, He gets to decide what happens with everything, including us.
Turn to Him. Trust Him.
O Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you; I will praise your name, for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of old, faithful and sure.
Isaiah 25:1, ESV
We trust and worship God because of Hos great works and faithfulness in all things, that He is in control and knows what is and will be.
For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.
Psalm 139:13-14, ESV
Our God created us, so we know that from conception into death and beyond He knows us and is capable of all things to and through us by His Holy Spirit.
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