Renewing Your Mind God’s Sovereignty in Micaiah
Aug 21, 2025
Derek Thomas, a teaching fellow at Ligonier Ministries and Chancellor’s Professor at Reformed Theological Seminary, dives into the prophecy of Micaiah and the nature of God's sovereignty. He illustrates how divine control permeates even chaotic events, such as a stray arrow that altered history. Thomas contrasts false prophets with the truth revealed through Micaiah, emphasizing the certainty of prophecy and the significance of prayer. He reinforces that every situation, good or bad, contributes to God's overarching plan.
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God Governs All History
- Derek Thomas emphasizes that God governs history down to every detail, both large and small.
- He calls this a “no-risk view” where God's decree orders all events for a divine purpose.
A 'Random' Arrow Served God's Plan
- The death of King Ahab by a random arrow appears accidental but fits God's sovereign plan.
- Thomas uses this event to show apparent chance can fulfill divine purposes.
John Bunyan's Near-Miss
- Thomas recounts John Bunyan's near-miss when a comrade took his place and was killed at siege.
- Bunyan called it a lucky break that spared his life and shaped his later testimony.
