The bible promises in Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” That means that all events in life, trauma, disappointment, works together for your good.
In “Out of the Snares” the book, I introduce my book with these words:
The greatest gift we can give others is hope. Somewhere out there someone is going through a storm of great magnitude; the pain is so great that they are considering suicide.
The purpose of this book “Out of the Snares,” is to give such a person, Hope. Hope that God promises “all things, in life, work together, for your good.”
Hope, that like the caterpillar that goes through the darkness before turning into a butterfly, your storm is designed to make you stronger, to cook you into a diamond so that God can use you to encourage others.
The darkest events in life are meant to show you the way
As you come out of darkness events in life and into God’s light, you become self-sufficient and proactive instead of reactive. Think about it. Just as the caterpillar does not know, when he is a caterpillar, he will ultimately become a butterfly; when you are in your darkness, you don’t believe this you will ever see the light. “Out of the Snares” is written to remind you that the darkest part of the night is just before dawn. Joy does indeed come in the morning.
You have to walk by faith. Faith, is defined as “the ability to trust the outcome of a thing even though you can’t see it.” I am the evidence. God has brought me from a mighty long way. I have achieved every goal that I set for myself, and I am working on the next goal right now. Every event in my life, worked together, for my good.
In this book “Out of the Snares” I share with you, my readers, the principles of the Bible and the Universal Laws or Truths that I stood on to win. Order your copy today.
Events in life work for your good: Joseph’s story
The principle of God working all things together for good is well illustrated in the Old Testament account of Joseph’s life. Early in Joseph’s life, Joseph’s jealous brothers sold him into slavery. In Egypt, Joseph rises to a position of responsibility. Then, he is unjustly imprisoned and forgotten about by his friends. God gifts him the ability to interpret dreams, and through that ability Joseph is once again raised to a place of honor and power. When drought forces Joseph’s brothers to seek food elsewhere, they travel to Egypt and encounter Joseph, who eventually saves them from starvation and grants them a livelihood in his new land.
Throughout the events in life, Joseph trusted God no matter his good or bad circumstances. Joseph experienced plenty of bad things: kidnapping, slavery, false accusations, wrongful imprisonment, rejection, and famine. But in the end God brought things to a wonderful, life-affirming conclusion. God blessed Joseph’s entire family through those painful circumstances and through Joseph’s faith. (You can read about Joseph’s life beginning in Genesis 37.)
Romans 8:28 is a promise for believers. Real believers. Those who are living for Christ. Not those who claim to believe in God but are living like the devil.
This verse says to those who love God and are doing their best to obey his commands, “Even though bad/sad/evil/wicked things will happen to you, in life, God will use them to, work together, for your good, both, in your life, and in the world.”
Everything works together for your good
The phrase “everything worketh together for good” is a well-known concept in Christian theology, rooted in the verse Romans 8:28. It suggests that even difficult situations, trials, and hardships can be part of a larger, divine plan that ultimately leads to positive outcomes for those who love God.
The verse states, “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose”.
- Meaning:
This verse is interpreted to mean that God is actively involved in all circumstances of life, working through them to bring about a positive and beneficial outcome for those who are part of His purpose.
- Not Always Easy:
It’s important to remember that “good” doesn’t always mean immediate happiness or comfort. The “good” can be more profound, such as spiritual growth, increased wisdom, or a closer relationship with God, even through difficult times.
- God’s Perspective:
The verse emphasizes God’s perspective and His power to work through even negative events to achieve His ultimate purposes.
- Faith and Trust:
This belief encourages faith and trust in God’s plan, even when things are difficult, as it assures that He is working to bring about a positive outcome. Events in life work together for our good.
- Qadaa and Qadar (Islamic Belief):While not directly referencing the phrase “everything worketh together for good,” Muslims also believe in the concept of Qadaa and Qadar, which signifies Allah’s knowledge and power to execute His plans, emphasizing divine sovereignty over all things.
Additional Resources
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