How do we know God's purpose will prevail despite opposition?

God's purpose always prevails, a concept thoroughly undergirded by the doctrines of sovereignty and providence in Reformed theology. In the context of Ezra's account, despite the cessation of the temple's construction caused by outside opposition, God maintains control over the circumstances. Romans 8:31 states, 'If God be for us, who can be against us?' This encapsulates the assurance that spiritual opposition may arise, yet it cannot thwart God's overarching plan for His people. Even in adversity, God works through His remnant, as seen when the Jewish people eventually resumed work on the temple in response to prophetic encouragement from Haggai and Zechariah.