Solid Joys Daily Devotional Two Infinitely Strong and Tender Truths
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Mar 11, 2026 A reflection on God's sovereignty as control over every event. A look at scriptural passages that portray unthwarted divine purposes. A connection between God's control and his unfolding mercy toward those who trust him. A portrayal of mercy and sovereignty as steady comfort through suffering and at life’s end.
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God's Absolute Sovereignty Over All Things
- God is ultimately sovereign over all events, from global intrigues to a birdfall in the forest, so nothing escapes His control.
- John Piper cites Isaiah, Job, and Psalm passages to show God's counsel stands and none can stay His hand, guaranteeing divine control.
Sovereignty Guarantees Unfailing Mercy For Believers
- God's sovereignty ensures His design to show mercy to those who trust Him cannot be frustrated or fail.
- Piper links this truth to Romans 8:28 and Psalm 84:11 to argue that everything for believers works toward deepest, longest good.
Piper's Twin Pillars Of Life
- Piper personally describes the mercy and sovereignty of God as the twin pillars of his life that shape his future, service, theology, marriage, and health.
- He says these truths will stand by his deathbed and lift him to God with infinitely strong and tender hands.
