Daily Power #222

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. (Rom. 8:28)

Even as you are reading these words on this very page, God is shaping you.

You may not see it, you may not understand it, you may not be able to imagine how what you’re going through could be redeemed.

But it can.

What does this verse promise us? In how many things? All things! Does all things include the good things? Yes! Does all things include the bad things? Yes! Does all things include things you are glad happened? Yes! Does all things include things you wish had never happened? Yes! In all things, God works for the good.

So here’s another question: Does this verse apply to everybody? Actually, no. This verse makes it really clear that God works in all things to bring about good for those who love him, and who have been called according to his purpose.

The good news is, you love him. I know you do or you wouldn’t be reading a devotion all the way to August tenth!

Because you are in Christ, you are a masterpiece created for the Master’s purpose. He is the Potter. You are the clay. He’s working all things for your good. Whatever you are going through today, thank God that he already knew it would happen and that he will use it to shape you into who he wants you to become.

Nothing is wasted with God.

Power Lift

I love you, Lord, and I will serve you even when I experience life’s losses and daily disappointments.