What does it mean that God controls life and death?

The doctrine of God's sovereignty extends to the very core of human existence, specifically the matters of life and death. Ecclesiastes 3:2 states that there is 'a time to be born, and a time to die.' This indicates that our life’s beginning and end are established by God, emphasizing that human beings do not control these events. Understanding that our lives are in God's hands fosters humility and encourages believers to live purposefully in light of eternity, continually depending on His grace and mercy for every breath we take.