> General Discussions
Does God have a plan ?
Pierdut:
--- Quote from: darren on July 14, 2013, 06:32:13 PM ---thanks Dave, JohnChris, and Microlink for taking the time to reply. would you 3 agree or disagree that God being in control of all things is the same as God has a plan?
--- End quote ---
Hi, if God didn't have a plan then He created this universe and the human species just just to see what would happen. But if that's the case then He doesn't know the end from the beginning, is not involved at all in our lives other than being a spectator, is not sovereign, etc. See, so you really can't say that God doesn't have a purpose and plan for this creation without demeaning and even blaspheming Him, and contradicting dozens of scriptures. I would think that sending His only begotten Son to be the Savior of the world indicates some kind of a plan, don't you think? Calling things that are not as though they were, etc.
Hope this helps. I know you wanted verses and such but I am limited to my smartphone at this time, so bear with me on this. I'm working with what I currently have at my disposal.
Dave in Tenn:
Darren, "God has a plan" is more a short description of Scriptural Truth than a "truth" unto itself, as true as it may be.
But to answer your question, I would agree that "God being in control of all things is the pretty much the same as God has a plan?" given the Scriptures John provided and many others. The Scripture is more fleshed out.
You don't have to answer, but can I ask you why this is so important right now?
darren:
Yes Dave the ansewer to your question for me, ( I am not being a smart *^~). I am going through a very difficlute time at this moment. Death of loved ones lost of income, my home Things that everybody goes through. You probable know or may not I, like many many others lost everything we owned in 06 due to Katrina.
Before i continue let me point out that i am very blessed and greatfull for what i did and will have through the grace of God. I am just a mear motal and concerned, being a Man from the old school it is my dutiy as a man and the head of my household my oblagation and responsibilty to make sure my family has a roof over their heads. Food and clothing. They should not worry about such things. This is my job as protector of my family. In my opinon this is one of the reason God created man first. Sorry enough carrying on You get the picture. That my friend is my ansewer to your question.
Dave in Tenn:
Keep faith, Darren. I'm just glad to know this isn't a theological discussion. Will pray for you as will others. Do good always.
lilitalienboi16:
--- Quote from: darren on July 15, 2013, 06:29:49 AM ---Yes Dave the ansewer to your question for me, ( I am not being a smart *^~). I am going through a very difficlute time at this moment. Death of loved ones lost of income, my home Things that everybody goes through. You probable know or may not I, like many many others lost everything we owned in 06 due to Katrina.
Before i continue let me point out that i am very blessed and greatfull for what i did and will have through the grace of God. I am just a mear motal and concerned, being a Man from the old school it is my dutiy as a man and the head of my household my oblagation and responsibilty to make sure my family has a roof over their heads. Food and clothing. They should not worry about such things. This is my job as protector of my family. In my opinon this is one of the reason God created man first. Sorry enough carrying on You get the picture. That my friend is my ansewer to your question.
--- End quote ---
Praying for your dear brother.
God has a plan and rest assured, He phileo's you and all His chosen. You are special to Him, take comfort in knowing that. I believe it was king solomon who said; With increasing knowledge comes increasing sorrow. We are indeed unique to our Father entirely because of His doing but the calling to be a son is high and the price, may at times, appear to be very steep. Take heart in knowing His love for you, His jealous watch over you and the desire to do all things for our benefit.
I know.. easier said than done. I'm entirely guilty of being a fool in times of distress so I admonish no brother or sister by superiority. I am certainly among the lowest when it comes to such things.
With love,
Alex
Navigation
[0] Message Index
[#] Next page
[*] Previous page
Go to full version