Years ago I got turned on to the truth that God is sovereign over everything.
And I remember being drawn like a magnet to verses highlighting this truth.
Verses like:
'The LORD has established His throne in the heavens, and His sovereignty rules over all' (Ps.103:19).
I don't think any truth has had a greater impact on me -- except that He's loving and merciful -- than the reality He's in control of everything.
And I hope this constant would be an anchor for you as well.
Too often we're tempted to think evil men are in control. And it leads us to fear their wicked plots will prevail.
The ungodly may have some power in this world, but they don't rule. And they don't oversee the outworking of history.
God does... while using the schemes of evildoers to accomplish His purpose.
We know this because He used the murder His Son to bring redemption to the world.
So don't let worries about the wicked steal your hope, joy and strength...
"Do not fret because of evildoers... Trust in the LORD and do good; Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness" (Ps.37:1-3).