And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. - Romans 8:28, ESV There is nothing that can befall us which is undirected by Him; and nothing will befall those that love Him, therefore, which is not directed by Him to their good. The fundamental thought is the universal government of God. All that comes to you is under His controlling hand. The secondary though is the favour of God to those that love Him. If He governs all, then nothing … [Read more...] about Scholar’s Compass: Remaining Faithful with B. B. Warfield