Providence — Some Definitions And Studies
Categories: Bible Questions and Answers, Church of Christ Bulletin ArticlesA querist asks, “In simple terms, can you please define the term “providence” and how it relates to God?”
1) The Online Etymology Dictionary declares that the English term “providence” derives from the Latin term “providentia,” which signifies “foresight.”
2) “The doctrine of divine providence, therefore has reference to that preservation, care and government which God exercises over all things He has created, in order that they may accomplish the ends for which they were created” (The International Standard Bible Encyclopaedia – see under the heading “Literature – I. Providence Defined”).
3) “The foreseeing and guardianship of God over His creatures…a manifestation of His divine care or direction” (American College Dictionary).
In summary, providence is “the divine intervention in the affairs of man within the confines of natural law to bring about God’s objectives.”
In order to better understand God’s Providence, the following studies by faithful gospel preachers are provided:
- A Study Of Divine Providence
- The Providence Of God
- A Study Of The Providence Of God
- Providence
- “All Things Work Together for Good….” — Controversy Or Comfort?