He will give us all things!

I was recently asked “How come you are so positive?” The question was probably the result of curiosity mixed with a twinge of irritation. Yes, I admit that I am a very positive person overall. I definitely see life through rose colored glasses.

The reason I am so incredibly optimistic has everything to do with my confidence in the Lord. I have absolutely no doubt that God is in control of every circumstance that I face. There are no random events in my life. Everything is meticulously planned according to God’s sovereign will and good pleasure.

If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? (Romans 8:31)

God gave his son so that whoever believes in him would have everlasting life. I rejoice in this gift of life. Therefore, I am confident in every circumstance because God’s love did not stop on the Cross. When I face trials in my life, I know that God will provide what I need, when I need it. He will graciously provide all of my daily needs according to his will. After all, if God gave his Son to redeem me from my sin, I trust that he will give me “all things!” So I am positive and optimistic. I am happy, content, and filled with great satisfaction.…

This has been a journey for me. I have to confess that it has taken more than 25 years of walking with the Lord to comprehend the depth of his love. The life I live is now one lived by faith. I cannot possibly see what is ahead nor can I say with certainty that there will not be great trials and challenges in my future. I am convinced, however, that absolutely nothing can separate me from God’s great love:

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:31,38-39)

If you’re facing struggles in your life I hope that you can draw from God’s promises in Romans 8. He gave his Son for you and will also graciously give you all things required for life and happiness. Have faith in God and trust that he is in control of every circumstance in your life. Most of all, believe that absolutely nothing will separate you from his great love!