By Pastor Naomi Mitchell
For Carter County Times
Have you ever sat and really pondered on how much God truly is in our everyday life? A few evenings ago, while at the National Day of Prayer meeting in the park, we were asked at the end of the service if someone had anything they wanted to share. One lady shared that she was thinking about a certain candy bar that day that she would like to have. Low and behold when her husband came home from work, he gave her the very candy she had wanted that day. She said, “God is in the little things sometimes.” Another lady said someone had given her son a refrigerator and when he had stopped by her house later, her fridge had just quit. She didn’t even know there was a problem with it. Her son gave her the refrigerator. Then a wise little boy (for his age I might add) named Willard quietly said, “God is just in all the little things in our life.” How true, right out of the mouth of babes!
Romans 11:36 declares that all things originate from God, are sustained through Him, and exist ultimately for His glory. This scripture says, “For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” This verse emphasizes that God is the ultimate source, sustainer, and goal of all creation.
“From Him” – This highlights God as the Creator and First Cause. Everything in existence originates from God, affirming that nothing exists independently of Him. Humans, nature, and the universe itself derive their being from God’s creative power.
“Through Him” – This emphasizes God as the Sustainer and Means. All life, events, and natural laws are maintained by God’s ongoing involvement. Every breath, heartbeat, and cosmic process occurs through His power, illustrating His active presence in the world.
“To Him” – This signifies God as the ultimate purpose and goal of all creation. Everything exists to glorify God, and human life finds its true meaning in reflecting His glory. This teleological perspective asserts that history and existence are directed toward God, not random or self-generated purposes.
Colossians 1:16 also teaches that everything was created for Christ, meaning that all creation exists to fulfill His purpose and bring glory to Him. This implies intentionality in creation, showing that the universe is not random but designed with Christ as its ultimate goal. Believers are called to recognize this and align their lives with His will, living in a way that honors Him.
John 1:3: “Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made,” reinforcing Christ’s central role in creation. Hebrews 1:2: God has spoken through His Son, “through whom also He made the universe,” affirming His authority over all creation. Philippians 2:10: Every knee will bow in heaven and on earth, echoing the universal scope of Christ’s dominion. Ephesians 6:12: Believers wrestle against spiritual forces, highlighting the reality of invisible creation under Christ’s authority.
We say we have faith in God. But do we trust Him to take the wheel? Take a deep breath relax, and know you are in good hands!
Amen! So be it!
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