If you’ve ever been interested in the doctrine of God’s decrees, but don’t know where to start or what to read, this podcast on the decrees will help you out! Rather than going over every single thing that Reformed theologians have said about God’s decrees, this podcast focuses on the key questions and issues regarding God’s providence and His eternal plan for all things.
We don’t have to worry about God making a decree and not following through, because His decrees are rooted in His perfect character. What He decrees is what will come to pass. A rock-solid foundation for a calm and confident trust is God’s unwavering character and faithfulness. If we can take Him at His word, we can rest secure that everything He has promised will come to pass (in time).
God’s decree is exhaustive. God predestines all things to come to pass, and nothing happens apart from his decree and will. His decree is not limited to salvation but extends even to those who don’t believe. This may sound scary, but in reality it is beautiful because we can rest in knowing that our future has already been decreed by an all-powerful and loving God who knows what is best for us.
God’s decrees have always been a source of comfort and assurance for Reformed Christians. God’s decrees bring reassurance that everything will ultimately turn out as it should, even if we are unaware of what will happen next in our personal lives or in world events. They give us a sense of confidence that God is able to bring good from all things.
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