The Bible teaches us that God is sovereign and has a plan for each of our lives. One aspect of this plan is the timing of our birth and death. While humans may try to predict or control these events, ultimately, it is God who knows our appointment time. We'll explore what the Bible says about God's sovereignty over our lives and the timing of our death.
God Knows Our Appointment Time
- "My times are in your hands" (Psalm 31:15)
- "You have decreed the number of his months and have set limits he cannot exceed" (Job 14:5)
- "All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be" (Psalm 139:16)
These verses remind us that God is in control of our lives, including the timing of our birth and death. While humans may try to predict or control these events, ultimately, it is God who knows our appointment time.
Man's Limited Knowledge
- "Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes" (James 4:14)
- "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father" (Mark 13:32)
These verses highlight the limitations of human knowledge. We may try to predict or control the timing of our death, but ultimately, it is God who knows the day and hour of our appointment.
In conclusion, God knows our appointment time, not man. While humans may try to predict or control the timing of our death, ultimately, it is God who is sovereign over our lives. We can trust in God's plan and timing, knowing that He is in control of all things.
Additional Bible Verses:
- "The Lord knows those who are his" (2 Timothy 2:19)
- "God has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end" (Ecclesiastes 3:11)
- "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord" (Isaiah 55:8)
God is the Healer, Not Man
In times of sickness and pain, it's natural to seek help from medical professionals and treatments. However, as Christians, we must remember that ultimate healing comes from God alone. In this article, we'll explore what the Bible says about God's role as our Healer and the limitations of human efforts.
God is the Healer
- "I am the Lord who heals you" (Exodus 15:26)
- "He forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases" (Psalm 103:3)
- "But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the Lord" (Jeremiah 30:17)
These verses remind us that God is our ultimate Healer, and He alone has the power to forgive sins and heal diseases.
Limitations of Human Efforts
- "Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain" (Psalm 127:1)
- "Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save" (Psalm 146:3)
These verses highlight the limitations of human efforts. While medical professionals and treatments can provide temporary relief, ultimate healing comes from God alone.
In conclusion, God is the Healer, not man. While we should seek medical help when needed, we must remember to put our ultimate trust in God's power and sovereignty. He alone has the power to forgive sins and heal diseases.
Bible Verses:
- "Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases" (Psalm 103:2-3)
- "Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise" (Jeremiah 17:14)
- "The Lord will sustain him on his sickbed and restore him from his bed of illness" (Psalm 41:3)
God is the ultimate Healer:
- "He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave." (Psalm 107:20)
- "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." (Psalm 46:1)
- "The Lord nurses them when they are sick and restores them to health." (Psalm 41:3)
- "I will give you back your health and heal your wounds, says the Lord." (Jeremiah 30:17)
- "He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds." (Psalm 147:3)
- "Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people." (Matthew 4:23)
- "Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give." (Matthew 10:8)
These verses remind us that God is our ultimate Healer and that He has the power to heal us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. While human efforts can provide temporary relief, ultimate healing comes from God alone.
