Jesus controls world events through His sovereign will, influencing rulers and guiding history according to His plan (Proverbs 21:1).
Jesus exercises His control over world events by sovereignly governing the hearts and decisions of leaders. Proverbs 21:1 states that 'the king's heart is in the hand of the Lord; He directs it like a watercourse wherever He pleases.' This metaphor conveys that even powerful rulers operate under His ultimate authority and plan. Every event that unfolds in history serves His divine purpose, whether it be evident or hidden from our understanding. Even those who oppose Him unknowingly play roles in the fulfillment of His sovereign will, affirming the biblical truth that God is working all things together for His glory and the good of those called according to His purpose.
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