Romans 8:28 - All Things Working For Good
Scripture
“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
Quiet Reflection
Some days it is hard to see anything working for good. The losses stack up, plans fall apart, and the path we thought we were on feels like it just washed out. Romans 8:28 does not say all things are good. It says that in all things God is still at work, weaving a story we cannot fully see from here.
This verse invites us to shift lenses. Instead of reading our life by the last hard moment, we read it by the character of God. He is steady, kind, and intentional. Even in seasons that feel wasted, nothing in His hands is ever truly lost.
Sanctuary Lens
At Dalo Acres, many stories arrive in pieces. A horse with scars, a dog that startles at every sound, an animal that has never known gentle hands. None of that is “good” on its own. But as time, care, and patience wrap around those wounds, we watch redemption take shape. The same land that saw neglect now hosts healing.
Devotional Thought
Romans 8:28 is not a quick fix. It is a deep-rooted promise. God does not waste pain. He rewrites it. When we love Him and lean into His purpose, even the hardest parts of our story can become places where grace grows and others find encouragement.
Practice for Today
Pray: “Lord, help me trust that You are working good even when I cannot see it yet.”
Act: Take one hard thing from this week and speak it back to God, asking Him to use it as part of His healing work.
Rest: Step outside and notice one small sign of renewal on the land. Let it remind you that God is quietly rebuilding more than you know.
FAQ
Does Romans 8:28 mean everything that happens is good?
No. This verse does not call every event good. It promises that God can work in and through every event for the good of those who love Him.
How can I hold onto this promise when life feels unfair?
Start by being honest with God about the hurt. Then ask Him to show you small ways He is still present, still providing, and still guiding your steps.
How does this verse show up at Dalo Acres?
We see it when fearful animals begin to trust, when a once-abandoned horse becomes a child’s safe partner, and when people visiting the sanctuary find hope in stories of restoration.
What if I do not see any good yet?
Some threads of the story take longer to reveal. Faith means trusting that God is still working behind the scenes, even when the ending is not clear.
How can I join in what God is doing?
Look for one place where you can bring comfort, care, or encouragement today. Every act of love becomes a small piece of His larger work for good.