#97. Romans 3:24 – Sin will be Justified, Part 2 (Justification Series, Part XX)
Being justified gratuitously in His grace… So Let’s Apply It! If you are having trouble doubting God’s hand in evil for the sake of good, then I believe that a careful reading of Joseph’s account clearly quells all doubts. The evil act done to Joseph has been used for much good. This can only be seen from God’s foresight and planning, and could not have been seen by man. Apart from God’s direct operation, Joseph’s brothers would have produced sin and death for him. We see, then, that we are not obligated to “do” evil, so that good may be coming. Blind chance will not “oopsie” your bad action into a good one. Even under the best motivations, our kindest or bravest actions are often met with horrible disaster. We are rather being taught to let go of the scoreboard. The point is that our intent does not change God’s use of us. We will serve His purpose, whether we fully realize it or not, and if God has imparted a measure of belief upon us, then He is using our sins for the ultimate w...
