Marie’s daily verse: The hope of the righteous will be gladness, but the expectation of the wicked will perish (Proverbs 10:28).

DAILY DEVOTION, January 15, 2025

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” (Rom. 8:28).

Who are the people who know that God is working for good in all things? Those who, through unwavering faith, love and trust God the Father. They know that Jesus is the Son of God, and they love the Son. These individuals, who love the true and living God, comprehend that He works for our good regardless of the circumstances. Despite tragedy and evil, we believe God can miraculously transform these negatives into something good. This is the hope we have in God’s goodness, that He unfailingly works for good in the lives of those who love Him.

Paul adds this thought. Those who believe God works for their good are also called according to God’s purpose. What does that mean? How does God call? He calls us through Jesus Christ. His purpose is to redeem all those who believe in His Son. We are called by grace, from darkness to light, from bondage to liberty, from the company of sinful men to fellowship with Christ, from a trust in our righteousness to dependence on His, to grace here and glory hereafter. This is what it means to be called according to His purpose, to be chosen and set apart for a specific role in His plan for the world.

It may be challenging to maintain this belief at times, but God assures us that He is always at work, tirelessly promoting our well-being if we love Him and His Son. This is a promise we can hold onto and believe.

Lord, amid life’s challenges, help me to hold onto the belief that You are always at work, even in ways I may not fully comprehend, promoting my well-being. I am encouraged by the promise that You work for good in all things. I thank You in Jesus’ name, Amen.