What does it mean that God has a plan for us? | January 26
Discover how God's eternal decrees offer us unshakable hope in every season of life. In today's episode of Strength for Today, we explore 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, where Paul encourages believers with the promise of the resurrection and the assurance of eternal life in Christ. Drawing from the Westminster Larger and Shorter Catechisms, we'll unpack the truth that God's sovereign plan includes our salvation and ultimate restoration.
Daily Bible Reading: "But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope..." (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
Key Takeaways: God's eternal plan includes the salvation of His people through Christ. Believers have a unique hope in the face of death, grounded in the resurrection. How understanding God's decrees transforms our perspective on trials and suffering.
What You'll Learn in This Episode: The meaning of God's decrees and their connection to our salvation. Why the promise of the resurrection brings comfort and peace. How to live with hope, worship, and gratitude for God's sovereign plan.
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John Blevins III is an ordained teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church of America. John was ordained and installed, in November 2015, as the Associate Pastor of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. He is a 2015 graduate of Greenville Presbyterian Theological...
