Daily Devotions

Romans

Romans 
Day 
Day 184

"We know that all things work together for good..."

Text: Romans 8:28

UNCOMFORTABLE REALITIES

We often struggle with harsh and uncomfortable realities! The following are common problems we face. The following will serve as examples.

1. Inconsistencies in our life

2. Terrible weaknesses

3. Ineffective prayers

4. Defeats in life

Sometimes we almost have to battle with feelings of despair! How may we overcome these problems?

A WONDERFULLY COMFORTING TRUTH

We have a wonderful text that should bring much hope and cheer to our hearts.

“And we know that all things work together for good
to those who love God, to those who are the called
according to His purpose.”
Romans 8:28

1. Addressing painful issues

“And we know that all things work together for good”
Romans 8:28

Paul expressed the following in this text:-

a) Deep knowledge and experience.
b) Strong confidence in the Lord.
c) God will somehow make all things work out “for good”.
(Cf. Genesis 50:20 “You meant evil against me; but God meant it for good”)

2. The beneficiaries of this heritage

a) Those who love God.
b) Those who are called according to His purpose.

3. Significance of this wonderful promise

We may leave it to God to work out His purposes for those who love Him. Despite tough circumstances, He will work things out according to His will somehow!