Confident God’s Working for Our Good
Have you ever questioned what God’s doing? My hand’s raised. But once we know how God thinks about us and sees us, then we are confident God’s working for our good.
I used to flat out question God in a particular situation.
Because I couldn’t fathom the end result and even wondered if the Lord really wanted my good.
Like when I lost a job and lost a baby in utero.
And the times I didn’t get the job or the award or the “thing” I wanted.
Also, when my father died and the ache never seemed to go away.
Oh, there’s more lost hopes and dreams along the way. And I imagine for you, too.
Even now, I still have to remind my heart to go to God’s Word, since Scripture reminds us of truths that point to how God’s working for our good.
I pray each reminder encourages you of God’s never ending love, care, affection, and good for you.
God loves us with a sunup to sundown, 24/7 kind of love: Confident God’s Working
God’s love is a sure love…never lost, only found. And it gives us hope in a guaranteed pledge of love that’s never eliminated from our lives.
“This I call to mind and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.” Lamentations 3:21-22 (ESV)
Look at how this love is described in Ephesians 3:18-19 when the Apostle Paul noted how he prayed for the church:
“..may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. (NIV, emphasis added)
God loves us with a sunup to sundown, 24/7 kind of love. “This I call to mind and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.” Lamentations 3:21-22 (ESV) Share on XThe Lord always works behind the scenes on our behalf.
The Lord is for us, His ways are higher than our ways.
“If God is for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31b (ESV)
Further, when we don’t see how God is working, we trust that He is and knows best.
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isaiah 55:8-9 (ESV)
God has a plan and purpose for our good and His glory: Confident God’s Working
“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 (ESV)
“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.” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
And the next two verses are important in what we need to do. “Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:12-13 (NIV)
How great and many are God’s thoughts about us, cheering us on.
“The Lord has been mindful of us; He will bless us.” Psalm 115:12a (NASB)
“How precious also are Your thoughts for me, God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the sand. When I awake, I am still with You.” Psalm 139:17-18 (NASB)
How great and many are God's thoughts about us, cheering us on. “How precious also are Your thoughts for me, God! How vast is the sum of them!” Psalm 139:17 (NASB) Share on XThe Almighty goes before us, comes after us, and walks beside us: Confident God’s Working
“It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8 (ESV)
“The LORD will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.” Psalm 121:8 (ESV)
“The LORD will go before you, the God of Israel will be your rear guard.” Isaiah 52:12b (NIV)
“You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me.” Psalm 139:5 (NIV)
The Almighty goes before us, comes after us, and walks beside us. “You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me.” Psalm 139:5 (NIV) Share on X
Are you confident God’s working for your good?
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Even when I don’t ‘see’ God at work, I trust that He is watching all His children with love and their best interest at heart. His ways are the best ways always.
Blessings, Karen!
Yes, Martha, He knows best and His ways and plans are best. “If God is for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31b (ESV)
I am confident God is working for me good even when I don’t understand what He is doing. Thanks Karen for sharing
Yvonne, your comment reminded me of this quote: “God is too good to be unkind and He is too wise to be mistaken. And when we cannot trace His hand, we must trust His heart.”
― Charles Spurgeon
God’s plan is always best. I may want to know what will happen sometimes. But, even when I don’t know the outcome, I know that God is working His plan and His timing. Great message Karen. 🙂
Melissa, I think we all feel that way sometimes. But I’m learning God’s timing really is perfect, and His plan for me is always for my good and His glory. God bless!
Karen, this is such a wonderful message. I have struggled with God’s plan when I went through times of sorrow, pain, or loss. Scripture is an anchor for our souls and helps us refocus on our vision on God’s steadfast love. He is with us, He will carry us to the end. Hallelujah! What a good, good Father!
Like how you said, “Scripture is an anchor for our souls and helps us refocus on our vision on God’s steadfast love.” So good! “This I call to mind and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.” Lamentations 3:21-22 (ESV)
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Karen, I’m thankful we can trust Him even in the valleys – loss of job or loss of loved one – of life. I appreciated all the Scriptures you shared!
I’m grateful for that too, Lisa. He’s the God of the mountain AND the valley.
This is so true. We can trust the Lord in times of difficulty because no matter what, His plan will prevail. We who belong to Him can rest assured we will be fine in the grand scheme of things. His plan is THE ONLY plan.
Amen to that, Jessica. How great and many are God’s thoughts about us, cheering us on.
I appreciated the spiritual scriptures you shared. Pl uphold me in your prayers for the part time jobs. May God bless you and keep you safe.
Thank you, James. Glad this encouraged you. Honored to hold you up in prayers over your job situation. God bless! God has a plan and purpose for our good and His glory.
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I beautiful prayer I heard and adopted: Thank you, Lord, for the work You’re doing that I can’t see. Thanks, Karen. God bless!
Love that prayer, Nancy! Thanks for sharing!