Foundational principles (12): Evils sent for our good
This article explores the biblical doctrine that God actively sends afflictions and evils upon His people for their spiritual benefit, examining what constitutes evil, whether God sends or merely permits suffering, and how believers can find comfort and growth through trusting God's loving purposes in their trials. Laning grounds his discussion in Scripture and Reformed theology, arguing that understanding God's sovereignty over suffering strengthens faith and patience during difficult times.
Previous article in this series: November 15, 2018, p. 88. When evils come upon us in this life, it is a great comfort to know that they are sent by our Father in heaven who loves us. We may not always think about this right away. Yet, it is often not long before we begin to meditate on what God has told us. We think on how He has assured us that He loves us and that He is accomplishing His good purpose with our afflictions. We remember His promise that He will be with us, and that He will...
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