How do we know God is sovereign over evil and suffering?
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God's sovereignty is demonstrated in His control over all events, including evil and suffering, as stated in Scripture (Job 1:12).
The Bible clearly affirms God's sovereignty over all of creation, including the presence of evil and suffering in the world. Job 1:12 provides a poignant example where God allows Satan to afflict Job, demonstrating that no evil occurs outside of God's divine permission and sovereign will. This theme is echoed throughout Scripture, affirming that while God is never the author of evil, He sovereignly ordains all events for His purposes (Isaiah 46:10). Trusting in God's sovereignty provides comfort and a deeper understanding of suffering, illustrating that God brings good from what seems evil to us.
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