SERIES: God’s Sovereign Grace

TITLE: God’s Sovereign Grace in Creation and Providence

TEXT: Psalm 33:6-7

DATE: October 2, 2022 PM

I. God’s sovereign grace in creation

A. He made it all good. Genesis 1:12-13; Psalm 33:6-9

1. His grace guarantees the goodness of His creation.

2. His sovereignty guarantees His power and rule of His creation.

B. He made earth for man. Psalm 115:6; CF Isaiah 45:12

1. Travel to Niagara Falls and see its beauty or the Grand Canyon or Bryce Canyon, etc.

2. God is not just a creator; He is a designer, an artist.

II. God’s sovereign grace in providence

A. All places are providentially controlled. Daniel 4:35;

Psalm 103:19; Psalm 139:9-10

B. All things are providentially controlled.

1. God is active in nature. Nahum 1:3-5

2. God is active in the casting of lots. Proverbs 16:33

3. God is active in the beasts of the field.

C. All people are providentially controlled.

1. All exist in His complete control. Acts 17:28

2. Kings are in God’s hands. Proverbs 21:1