Lessons for Life with James Long, Jr.
Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join James, a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life's biggest questions and helps us find God's solutions to life's struggles. Learn the power of living by God's grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are on a search for freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!
Lessons for Life with James Long, Jr.
I am Assured All Things Work Together for Good
As we dissect this Scripture, we'll uncover how these experiences shape us into the image of Christ and draw us closer to our ultimate glorification with Him. This episode goes beyond spiritual insights, offering practical applications to help you trust God's perfect plan, even when it's incomprehensible. Concluding with a heartfelt prayer, we'll embrace the transformative power of God's promises. For more resources, visit jameslongjr.org and join our Lessons for Life community for guidance toward lasting transformation.
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Are you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life’s biggest questions and helps us find God’s solutions to life’s struggles. Learn the power of living by God’s grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show!
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Hello, today's topic is, once again, our identity in Christ, and we are looking at the topic of. I am assured all things work together for good. We often find ourselves asking how difficult circumstances can possibly work for good. When we face trials, suffering and uncertainty, it's easy to question whether anything good can come from our pain. But in Romans 8, verse 28, god offers us a promise of incredible assurance For those who love God and are called according to his purpose. All things, both good and bad, are working together for a greater purpose our ultimate good and God's glory. Well, hello, my name is James Long Jr.
Speaker 1:I'm a pastor, counselor and university professor. Welcome to Lessons for Life, where I help people whose pain from their past or their present is influencing their perspective on life Through teaching them about a person, the Lord Jesus Christ, principles and promises from God's Word, and giving them a pathway for change. My goal is to guide you towards peace, hope and joy. In today's lesson, we will be exploring how God's truth can transform your life and how to experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Christ alone. The passage of scripture that we're going to be looking at today once again is from Romans, chapter 8, verse 28. It says this, and we know that for those who love God, all things work together for good for those who are called according to his purpose. Here's the devotional thought Romans, chapter 8, verse 28, isn't a promise of earthly comfort, success or pain-free life. Instead, it reassures us that God weaves together everything in our lives, including suffering, temptation and trials, into a plan that shapes us into the image of Christ. The good mentioned in the verse goes far beyond temporal ease. It points us to something deeper a closer fellowship with God, greater Christ-likeness and, ultimately, our final glorification with Him. In the same chapter, paul reminds us of the eternal security that we have in Christ in Romans 8.29-30.
Speaker 1:The promise from God is not just about this life, but it's also about the life to come. God is orchestrating every detail in our lives, even when we cannot see it. The suffering we endure now is shaping us to bear good fruit for His kingdom and drawing us nearer to our future glory in Him. When we face hardships, it is essential to remember that this promise is reserved for those who love God and are called according to His purpose. If you are a believer in Christ, this promise belongs to you. It's an invitation to trust God's plan, even when we don't understand it, bringing it home, applying what we've learned.
Speaker 1:Three points Number one trust in God's sovereignty. God is weaving everything, good and bad, into a greater plan that leads to your ultimate good and to His glory. 2. Look for growth. Hardships are opportunities for growth, molding you to become more like Christ and deepening your fellowship with God. 3. Remember the bigger picture.
Speaker 1:Life's difficulties may not make sense in the moment, but God is working through them to bring about eternal good and final glorification. Let's pray, father. I thank you so much for the assurance that all things work together for good for those who love you. Help me to trust your perfect plan, even when I don't understand my circumstances. Teach me to rest in your promises and draw closer to you through every trial. Mold me into the image of Christ and give me peace of knowing that you are always working for my good. In your son's matchless name, we pray Amen. Well, thank you for joining me today. If you found this lesson helpful, I encourage you to explore more resources and support on my website, jameslongjrorg that's jameslongjrorg. There you can also join our Lessons for Life monthly membership or our online group coaching program, where you will find powerful coaching videos, a supportive community and step-by-step guidance for lasting transformation. Remember, true change is possible when you walk in God's grace and for his glory. Until next time, may you find peace, hope and joy in Christ alone. Blessings.
