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<p>&quot;My times are in Your hand!&quot; Psalm 31:15<br />
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          Every event is under Divine control. <strong>Nothing is left to 'chance'</strong>.<br />
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          The hand of God is in all that occurs: directing, overruling, and sanctifying everything to our good and His glory.<br />
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          He appointed all that concerns us, and appointed all in infinite wisdom and love. Therefore we should not judge rashly—or conclude hastily. We know not what may occur today—but we know that the purpose of God cannot be frustrated, nor can His purpose fail. He works all things after the counsel of His own will.<br />
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          He says, &quot;My purpose shall stand—and I will do all My pleasure.&quot; But this is our comfort, that He takes pleasure in His people, and in the prosperity of His servants.<br />
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          Let us consider, then, that everything . . .<br />
          passes under our Father's eye;<br />
          is overruled by our Saviour's power;<br />
          is directed by the Holy Spirit to do us good. <br />
          It shall not be as our enemies wish, or as our hearts fear; but as our God and Father pleases, and has ordained.<br />
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          Therefore do not be anxious, troubled, or cast down! The Lord God omnipotent reigns—and He is your Father and your God! He shall preserve you from all evil—He shall preserve your soul.