The Saving of Many Lives

 

Proverbs 15:31-32 (NLT)
“31 If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. 32 If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.”

It would be so great if only good things happen to good people, but we all know that life doesn’t always work out that way. We can also cancel out the myth that we can do whatever we want without worrying about the fallout from our actions. God’s Word tells us in Galatians 6:7 (NLT): “Don’t be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant.” We reap what we sow, so if we put it out there—it’s coming back to us. This is that way God set up the universe to operate. Life can surprise us with issue we never imagine we’d face, and sometimes stuff boomerangs back to us at the worse moments. No matter the situation, as followers of Christ, God always has our back, and we can count on this with all that we are.

Sometimes, unbelievable things come out of our mouths. Our words, attitudes, and behaviors injure and hurt others, and in some of those moments, our intentions are not the best. We should ask God for forgiveness, and we can be confident that, when we do, He grants it. He doesn’t want us to allow guilt to linger in our hearts for these things or to interfere with our relationship with Him. He tells us in 1 John 1:9 (NKJV), “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” After we’ve asked God’s forgiveness in the sincerest way that we can, He forgives us and doesn’t hold our wrongdoing ca earnest,

2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT) says, “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.” God has given us His Word to guide us through life. Its truth is alive and vibrant, bringing life, hope, and healing to our circumstances when we follow it. After we’ve humbled ourselves before our Heavenly Father and have sought forgiveness, He expects us to allow Him to help us so that we’re not stuck in a cycle repeating the same mistakes.

It’s undeniable that that every action has a reaction; it’s one of God’s core laws in motion; He’s intricately woven it into the way the universe behaves. However, we must also remember that our Heavenly Father is beyond intelligent and operates on a level far beyond our understanding. He tells us in Isaiah 55:9 (NLT): “For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts.” His wisdom and understanding far surpass our own, and there are billions of activities happening behind the scene just to sustain our next breath. He’s incredible beyond words.

Even when we stumble and make a mess of things, God’s power and willingness to lift us up is not restricted by the consequences of our mistakes. He knew about them long before we entered our mother’s wombs, and still, He loves us with a depth we can’t fully comprehend, despite our flaws and shortcomings. Whatever it is that we get ourselves into, He devised a masterful plan long ago to rescue us from our enemies, from the tricks and plots of the devil, and even from ourselves. All we have to do is trust Him.

Romans 8:28 (NLT) says: “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” This verse is a reminder that even when life feels completely out of control—whether we’re facing unexpected challenges or reaping the consequences of our own poor choices—the key to navigating it all is to cling to God and trust in His power. This is how we make room for Him to move on our behalf. Even when life doesn’t make sense, we can rest in peace, knowing He’ll take every setback, turn it around, and cause it to work together for our good. Leaning on Him this way demonstrates our commitment to deepen our relationship with Him, whether things are good or bad.

Praise God for His grace and mercy! While those we love and rely on may abandon us, God never will. It’s just like Joseph said to his brothers who had mistreated him, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” (Genesis 50:20 NLT) The brother’s mistreatment of Joseph was awful, but it reveals that our Heavenly Father can transform our heartbreak and save not just us, but those we will influence and encourage throughout our lives. Just as Joseph’s suffering led to the salvation of many, God can use our struggles to impact the lives of others in ways we may never fully understand. He doesn’t waste our pain but instead uses it for His greater purpose. You may not understand everything on your journey, but there’s one thing that will never change: God’s power and the enormous love He has for you. Have unwavering confidence that He is willing and able to help you, and that even when the path seems uncertain, His plans for you are good. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“The Saving of Many Lives”, written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.