What does the Bible say about God's sovereignty in tragedy?
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The Bible affirms that God is sovereign over all events, including tragedy, using them ultimately for His glory and the good of His people.
In the Bible, particularly in passages like Acts 8, we see that tragic events, such as the stoning of Stephen, serve God's divine purposes. God remains in control and works every situation after the counsel of His own will (Ephesians 1:11). This sovereignty ensures that even tragedies result in the spread of the gospel and the strengthening of the church. The account shows that while humanity may see suffering and loss, God's ultimate plan unfolds, bringing about good from evil circumstances as seen in Joseph's life in Genesis 50:20, where he states, 'You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.'
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