Bible Tea Time

Romans 8:28

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

This verse is a conditional promise to Christians who have trusted in Jesus for salvation. It conveys a few key ideas: 

• God's plan: God's plan is always good, and Christians can trust that he will work things out according to his wise design. 

• God's work: God works in all things, including the ups and downs, to refine faith, strengthen endurance, and develop character. 

• God's glory: God's glory is also part of the picture, and the verse is about God's work and his glory as well as our good. 

• Being called according to God's purpose: This reminds us that "our good" is not our comfort or worldly success. 

• Obedience: Our love for God is demonstrated through obedience to his word. 

• Learning and growing: When hard things happen, we can learn and grow, and still thank God for his faithfulness.