Providence and Protection
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Providence

Providence refers to the divine guidance and care that God exercises over His creation. It is the belief that God, in His sovereignty, orchestrates all events in the universe to fulfill His purposes and to care for His people. The concept of providence is deeply rooted in Scripture, where God's hand is seen in the unfolding of history and the lives of individuals.

The Bible presents God as the ultimate ruler who governs the world with wisdom and love. In Isaiah 46:10, God declares, "I declare the end from the beginning, and ancient times from what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’" This verse highlights God's sovereign control over time and events, ensuring that His purposes are accomplished.

The account of Joseph in Genesis is a profound example of divine providence. Despite being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph rises to a position of power in Egypt. In Genesis 50:20, Joseph reassures his brothers, saying, "As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." This illustrates how God can use even the evil intentions of people to bring about His good purposes.

The New Testament also affirms God's providential care. In Romans 8:28, the Apostle Paul writes, "And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose." This assurance is a cornerstone of Christian faith, emphasizing that God's providence is always at work for the benefit of His people.

Protection

Protection, in the biblical sense, refers to the safeguarding and deliverance that God provides to His people. Throughout Scripture, God is depicted as a refuge and fortress for those who trust in Him. This divine protection is both physical and spiritual, encompassing deliverance from danger, evil, and sin.

The Psalms frequently speak of God's protective nature. Psalm 91:1-2 states, "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'" This imagery of God as a refuge and fortress conveys a sense of security and peace for believers.

In the Old Testament, God's protection is evident in the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt. Exodus 14:13-14 records Moses' words to the people as they faced the Red Sea: "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still." This event underscores God's power to protect and deliver His people from seemingly insurmountable threats.

The New Testament continues this theme of divine protection. In 2 Thessalonians 3:3, Paul assures believers, "But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one." This promise of protection extends beyond physical safety to include spiritual safeguarding against the forces of evil.

Jesus Himself speaks of God's protective care in John 10:28-29, where He says, "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand." This passage highlights the eternal security and protection that believers have in Christ.

In summary, the concepts of providence and protection are intertwined in the biblical narrative, revealing a God who is both sovereign and loving, orchestrating events for His purposes and safeguarding His people through all circumstances.
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Providence

The Providence of God is all Pervading

The Providence of God is Ever Watchful

The Providence of God is Exercised in Bringing his Words to Pass

The Providence of God is Exercised in Defeating Wicked Designs

The Providence of God is Exercised in Delivering Saints

The Providence of God is Exercised in Determining the Period of Human Life

The Providence of God is Exercised in Directing all Events

The Providence of God is Exercised in Leading Saints

The Providence of God is Exercised in Ordaining the Conditions and Circumstances of Men

The Providence of God is Exercised in Ordering the Minutest Matters

The Providence of God is Exercised in Ordering the Ways of Men

The Providence of God is Exercised in Overruling Wicked Designs for Good

The Providence of God is Exercised in Preserving his Creatures

The Providence of God is Exercised in Preserving the Course of Nature

The Providence of God is Exercised in Prospering Saints

The Providence of God is Exercised in Protecting Saints

The Providence of God is Exercised in Providing for his Creatures

The Providence of God is Exercised in Ruling the Elements

The Providence of God is Exercised in The Special Preservation of Saints

The Providence of God is his Care Over his Works

The Providence of God is Righteous

The Providence of God: All Things are Ordered By for Good to Saints

The Providence of God: All Things are Ordered By for his Glory

The Providence of God: Cannot be Defeated

The Providence of God: Connected With the Use of Means

The Providence of God: Danger of Denying

The Providence of God: Man's Efforts are Vain Without

The Providence of God: Result of Depending Upon

The Providence of God: Saints should Commit Their Works To

The Providence of God: Saints should Encourage Themselves

The Providence of God: Saints should Have Full Confidence In

The Providence of God: Saints should Pray in Dependence Upon

The Providence of God: Saints should Pray to be Guided By

The Providence of God: Saints should Trust In

The Providence of God: Sometimes Dark and Mysterious

The Providence of God: The Wicked Made to Promote the Designs

The Providence of God: To be Acknowledged in Adversity

The Providence of God: To be Acknowledged in all Things

The Providence of God: To be Acknowledged in Our Daily Support

The Providence of God: To be Acknowledged in Prosperity

The Providence of God: To be Acknowledged in Public Calamities

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