Solid Joys Daily Devotional

Ruler of All Nature

Aug 8, 2025
Explore the deep connection between divine sovereignty and the natural world. The discussion reveals how every event, from serene to chaotic, aligns with a greater purpose. Listeners are invited to find comfort in the belief that nothing is outside of God's wise control. Delve into biblical references that illustrate this profound theme, encouraging a sense of peace amidst life’s uncertainties.
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Even Random Events Serve God's Purposes

  • John Piper says no event is too small for God's rule.
  • He rephrases Proverbs: 'the dice are rolled on the table, and every play is decided by God.'
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God Oversees The Smallest Lives

  • Jesus shows God's care extends to sparrows and hairs on your head, John Piper notes.
  • This underscores that God governs minute events as part of his sovereignty.
ANECDOTE

Biblical Examples: Fish, Plant, And Worm

  • John Piper recounts Jonah: God commands a fish to swallow a man and governs the outcome.
  • He also cites the plant and worm as concrete examples of God's control over nature.
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