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Romans 8:28 · WEB
28We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.
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Real-World Wisdom - Teaching Material
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, we find profound reassurance: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” This verse is not merely...
Practical Hope - Illustration
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, where we are assured that “in all things God works for the good of those who love him,” we find profound hope amidst life’s challenges. Imagine a potter at work, shaping a lump of...
Real-World Justice - Contemporary Example
As we explore the depth of Romans 8:28, where Paul assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him," we find a profound truth that speaks directly to our lives and our community....
Practical Gentleness - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small community garden, tended not by one person, but by a diverse group of neighbors. Each individual brings their unique skills and resources: one knows how to plant seeds, another is gifted at watering, and someone else has...
When Peace - Story
When I think of peace, I often remember a young family in our church, the Johnsons. A few years ago, they faced a heart-wrenching challenge when their youngest son, Noah, was diagnosed with a serious illness. The news hit them...
Thinking About Forgiveness - Church Context
Imagine a family gathered around a dinner table, laughter and chatter filling the air. But hidden beneath the surface, a quiet tension simmers. A long-held grudge between siblings threatens to spoil the joy. Then, one brave heart chooses to break...
Living Out Patience - Teaching Material
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, we are reminded that “all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” This profound scripture invites us to embrace patience in our...
Living Out Goodness - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, where Paul assures us, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him," we are drawn to the profound truth that God’s goodness is active in...
The Example of Wisdom - Story
A few years ago, I had the privilege of meeting a remarkable woman named Clara. She was in her seventies, a lifetime member of her small church, and she had just faced a devastating loss—the death of her husband after...
Practical Kindness - Contemporary Example
Imagine a woman named Sarah who works as a nurse in a bustling city hospital. Each day, she encounters patients at their most vulnerable, experiencing pain, fear, and uncertainty. One day, a young mother comes in, distraught, her child undergoing...
Applying Justice - Illustration
Imagine a small community garden, tended by neighbors who had once barely exchanged greetings. Each person brings their own seeds, planting them in hope, but also in vulnerability, knowing that the results are uncertain. As the garden grows, so does...
Real-World Wisdom - Illustration
Consider the story of a young woman named Sarah, who found herself at a career crossroads. She had poured her heart into a job she loved, serving her community through a local nonprofit. But after years of hard work, the...
Living Out Joy - Teaching Material
Imagine a young woman named Claire, filled with dreams but overwhelmed by uncertainty. Recently, she felt the tug of God on her heart to serve in a community outreach program. Yet, as she signed up, self-doubt crept in. “What if...
When Humility - Contemporary Example
There’s a story that unfolded in a small town about a man named Sam, who had spent years struggling with his pride. Sam was a talented mechanic, known for his exceptional skills. One day, he received an unexpected challenge—his reputation...
The Example of Compassion - Biblical Analogy
There once was a community facing a terrible storm. The winds howled, rain poured, and the floodwaters crept dangerously close to homes. In the midst of this chaos, a neighbor named Ruth had an idea. She gathered her family and...
Putting Into Practice: Understanding - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small community garden, where each person has a unique role that contributes to the whole. One person tends to the tomatoes, another nurtures the herbs, while yet another focuses on the flowers. It’s a beautiful tapestry of effort...
Living Out Courage - Illustration
Imagine a small community of potters who gather each week to share their craft and create beautiful vessels. Among them is an elderly potter named Miriam, who has weathered many storms in life, including the loss of her husband and...
Putting Into Practice: Salvation - Illustration
When we reflect on Romans 8:28, we are reminded that “all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.” This promise isn’t just a warm sentiment; it is a profound truth...
Practical Hope - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, where Paul assures us that “in all things God works for the good of those who love him,” let’s consider the profound hope we find in this promise, especially in our own lives and...
Understanding Understanding - Commentary
When we read Romans 8:28, we encounter the profound truth that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." This verse invites us to embrace a perspective...
Biblical Truth: Redemption - Commentary
Romans 8:28 assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." This profound promise weaves together the tapestry of our lives, showing how God’s redemptive...
The Meaning of Goodness - Reflection
As we delve into Romans 8:28, we encounter a profound promise: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." This verse invites us...
The Meaning of Goodness - Application
The Apostle Paul, in Romans 8:28, reminds us that “all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” This profound truth speaks to the very heart of our human experience, revealing...
The Meaning of Goodness - Commentary
The apostle Paul assures us in Romans 8:28 that “we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” This profound statement invites us to reflect...