Many of the Bible’s most lofty doctrines, which could be expounded in lengthy sermon series and substantial theological volumes, can also be expressed in simple texts that even a child can embrace and appreciate. God’s providential care is one of the greatest and most uplifting teachings in the Word of God. The Westminster Shorter Catechism summarizes it well in the answer to question number 11. “God’s works of providence are His most holy wise, and powerful preserving and governing all His creatures, and all their actions.”
The greatest promise for a believer is that he or she can know that all their sins are forgiven and that they can be sure of an eternity in the glorious presence of the Lord in the new heavens and earth. Probably the second greatest promise for a believer is that he or she can go through this life in a fallen world with the comforting knowledge that the Lord is not only present but is in absolute control. This doctrine of providence sustains us in times of suffering and pain, through experiences of loss and opposition, and when the world around us seems to be falling apart. Whatever trouble we face at any given moment, we have the assurance that the God whose eye is on sparrows certainly has His eye on us, and is working out His perfect plan.