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How do we know that God is in control of our lives?

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Scripture affirms God's control over our lives, particularly in Proverbs 16:1, which states, 'The preparations of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.'

Our assurance that God is in control of our lives stems from numerous passages in the Bible, particularly Proverbs 16:1, which reminds us that while we may plan and prepare, it is God who ultimately determines the outcome. This principle is rooted in the idea that God is actively involved in the details of our existence. Ecclesiastes 3:1 further reinforces this idea by indicating that there is a time for everything under heaven, signifying God's orchestration over our timelines. In Colossians 1:17, Paul emphasizes that 'in Him all things hold together,' reminding us that our lives are sustained and directed by God's sovereign will. As believers, we find comfort in knowing that our paths are effectively guided by His wisdom and purpose, ensuring that all things work together for good to those who love Him.
Scripture References: Proverbs 16:1, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Colossians 1:17, Ephesians 1:11, Proverbs 16:9, Romans 8:28, Genesis 50:20, Matthew 10:30, Psalm 31:15, Lamentations 3:37, Job, Esther 3, Psalm 147:18, Isaiah 41:17, 1 Kings 22:34-38, Romans 8:28-30, Matthew 14:22-27, Acts 28:16, Acts 10, Psalm 145:16, Acts 2:23, Genesis 50:19-20

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