How do we know God is in control of all circumstances?

In historic Reformed theology, God's sovereignty is a central tenet that asserts His control over all aspects of creation, including the actions of men. Ephesians 1:11 states that He works all things according to the counsel of His will. This control is not mere oversight; rather, it is an active governance that orchestrates events to achieve His ultimate goal of establishing His kingdom. The examples of Saul's persecution of the church and Paul's imprisonment illustrate that what seems like chaos and suffering can be God's deliberate preparations for the expansion of the gospel and encouragement of His people.