What does the Bible say about God's providence in our lives?

God’s providence is woven throughout the narrative of Scripture, demonstrating His sovereignty over all events in our lives. In the Book of Ruth, for example, we observe how Naomi's difficult experiences, including loss and sorrow, are ultimately used by God to bring Ruth into the covenant community and into the lineage of Christ. The hardships faced by His people are not meaningless; rather, they fit into a greater plan that God has orchestrated for our good and His glory. As we see with Ruth, even our seemingly insignificant decisions and actions are known to God, who works through them to fulfill His divine purposes.