The Lord has a will* - Amy Grant

In today's Bible reading, i came across this very familiar verse:-

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.

Gen 50v20

These were the words of Joseph to his brothers who had sold him into slavery but Joseph ended up being a great leader and saved his entire family.

When i read those words again, i am reminded once more about the recent incident locally where a local Church in KL was set on fire (see here). The people who did that intended harm - but in the end, it turned out good for the Metro Tabernacle church.

Pic obtained from The Star

First, they managed to testify to the nation of God's love and forgiveness thru their reaction to the incident where they publicly forgave the criminals (see here).

But more so, they obtained a grant of half a million Ringgit from the government (see here). And they finally obtained the legal permit to move into their new premises (see here)! This was something they had been trying to do for a long time but never did obtained the permit.

Thanks to these trouble-causers, God used this incident to fulfill his will and bless his church! he is in control even in times when things look bad.

Coincidence? No. God makes it clear with this verse in his word:-

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8v28

*Taken from her first studion album when she just a teenager.