“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Romans 8:28
Sometimes we are privileged to have a “look behind the curtain” with the ways the Lord works all things together for good in our lives, as Paul assures us is true. When a stroke eight years ago forced me to transition from my job as a corporate real estate attorney into areas of volunteer work instead, I had no idea what “good” awaited me. But I’ve been able to see many instances where the hard situation I’m in fits exactly into His plan.
Not everyone can testify to this. Many have circumstances with no apparent light at the end of the tunnel. They have prayed year after year, yet nothing seems to change. Even as believers in Jesus Christ, they begin to wonder, “What’s so good about the good news anyway?”
I know that I think more about the gospel and read my Bible more from a gospel-centered perspective than ever before. This month we’ll focus on what is so good about the good news. The final week’s devotions are written by several volunteers working in locations around the world, sharing the gospel message of salvation through Jesus.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Glen M. VanderKooi
Glen VanderKooi continues to be a blessing to Anchor readers, contributing repeatedly while in the long recovery process from a stroke he experienced in 2014. Before that, Glen had practiced law for 18 years, including 16 years as a corporate real estate lawyer. Now his days include various therapies, volunteering to give legal assistance for four Christian non-profits, and involvement in his local church. Glen and his wife Kori have four grown kids, enjoy tandem biking, and are giving the glory to God as they approach 30 years of marriage.
Not everyone can testify to this. Many have circumstances with no apparent light at the end of the tunnel. They have prayed year after year, yet nothing seems to change. Even as believers in Jesus Christ, they begin to wonder, “What’s so good about the good news anyway?”
I know that I think more about the gospel and read my Bible more from a gospel-centered perspective than ever before. This month we’ll focus on what is so good about the good news. The final week’s devotions are written by several volunteers working in locations around the world, sharing the gospel message of salvation through Jesus.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Glen M. VanderKooi
Glen VanderKooi continues to be a blessing to Anchor readers, contributing repeatedly while in the long recovery process from a stroke he experienced in 2014. Before that, Glen had practiced law for 18 years, including 16 years as a corporate real estate lawyer. Now his days include various therapies, volunteering to give legal assistance for four Christian non-profits, and involvement in his local church. Glen and his wife Kori have four grown kids, enjoy tandem biking, and are giving the glory to God as they approach 30 years of marriage.
Scripture Focus
Romans 8:26-32
Insight
Has God led you down a path you didn’t anticipate or want, where you need to trust His plan for you? He will see you through.
Bible In A Year
- 1 Samuel 1-2
- Psalm 120
- 1 Corinthians 14
