"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." Romans 8:28
Benjamin B. Warfield was a renowned theologian who taught at Princeton Seminary for almost 34 years until his death in 1921. Many people are aware of his famous books, like The Inspiration and Authority of the Bible. But what most people don't know is that in 1876, at the age of twenty-five, he married Annie Kinkead and they took a honeymoon to Germany. During a fierce storm Annie was struck by lightning and permanently paralyzed. After caring for her for thirty-nine years Warfield laid her to rest in 1915. Because of her extraordinary needs, Warfield seldom left his home for more than two hours at a time during all those years of marriage. (Great Leaders of the Christian Church)
But when Warfield came to write his thoughts on Romans 8:28, he said,
All that comes to you is under His controlling hand. The secondary thought is the favour of God to those that love Him. If He governs all, then nothing but good can befall those to whom He would do good.... Though we are too weak to help ourselves and too blind to ask for what we need, and can only groan in unformed longings, He is the author in us of these very longings...and He will so govern all things that we shall reap only good from all that befalls us. (Faith and Life, 204)
[bolding is mine]
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If only our human minds could know what our Father has for us...how limited we are to this world, not knowing all that goes on in the heavenlies.
If only we can hold tight with faith that He is our Great Cheerleader, Great Comfort. Saying "I am right here, never to leave you, trust me and let me bless you!"
Knowing that He calls all things together to work for good. I recently wrote on my blog and will share again here...our lives, each and every moment, is precious in the eyes of Christ and even in our trials and adversities the works of the Lord are being displayed. How awesome, how truly blessed we are that in our lives, things happen that the work of God might take place!
Praise Him!
You have nice fammily,and I like your blog it is really nice. from Rachel
Thank you! What wonderful words of wisdom...so beautifully put :)
Hi there how are you? I looked through your blog and found similarities and would like to become blog friends.
I have a humble blog here in San Diego and would love it if you came by and visited and commented.
I think you may enjoy the various labels that I have for my High Art blog. I install music videos that I like and keep my writing as real as I can.
I hope to see you soon here.... :)
I think that I found this at just the right time. Those were some powerful words that I needed to hear!
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Great story! I love the picture of the blue and white kerchief by your name and...I love your name! Same as mine, although everyone but my family of origin now calls me Anne. Still, I like Annie best!
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