Weekly Devotional - June 29th

For of Him, and through Him, and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever. Amen.

Romans 11:36

This single verse encapsulates the entirety of the doctrine of grace and the gospel of God,

forming the foundation of the Book of Romans. Within this verse, we explore the fullness of

God's being and nature through three prepositions: through, and The term in its Greek definition, indicates that He possesses all things. However, it extends beyond mere

possession; He not only has all things but also owns them, for He is the Creator of all. Paul

elaborates on this idea in his epistle to the Colossians, drawing parallels with Jesus.

The preposition refers to the means by which all things come to fruition. In this context, Paul highlights the sovereignty of God over, in, and through everything that exists. This aspect of God's sovereignty is a fundamental truth that every Christian should embrace. If God exists, then His sovereignty is the apex of that existence. This assertion does not imply that humans lack responsibilities or free will; rather, neither our choices nor our responsibilities can ever undermine the sovereignty of God.

Lastly, the preposition emphasizes purpose. What is the ultimate aim of all this? It signifies

that everything within God's creation and the unfolding of time is directed toward a singular

purpose: His will. While many events may lead us to question His purpose and intentions, we

must recognize that our lives, the destinies of nations, the course of history, the solar system, the galaxies, and everything else designed and created is ultimately ordained by God to manifest His glory.