DEFINITION:
Divine Providence refers to God’s sovereign guidance and control over all creation. It encompasses the belief that God is actively involved in the world, directing the course of events and the fate of individuals according to His divine will and purpose.
SCRIPTURE:
1. Genesis 50:20 – “As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.”
2. Romans 8:28 – “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.”
3. Proverbs 16:9 – “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
4. Psalm 37:23-24 – “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
5. Matthew 6:26 – “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds
