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  THESE HARSH DISPENSATIONS OF GOD
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: The godly are able to see God's love and goodness in even the
most difficult and harsh dispensations.

Topics: "God's Sovereignty", "Trials and Tribulations"
Scripture References: Romans 8:28, James 1:2

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Thomas Brooks emphasizes that even in the harshest dispensations of God,
believers can find comfort and hope, as all things work together for
their good. He explains that the godly can interpret severe trials and
distressing circumstances through the lens of God's love, recognizing
that these experiences ultimately serve to advance God's glory and their
spiritual growth. Brooks reassures that there are no hidden curses in
these trials, but rather opportunities for deeper faith and
understanding of God's purpose.

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CONTENT
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"And we know that God causes everything to work together

for the good of those who love God and are called according

to His purpose for them." Romans 8:28

The godly are able to put a sweet, a loving, and a favorable

construction--upon the most sharp, distressing, severe, and

dreadful dispensations of God, knowing that all flows from

love, and shall work for their spiritual and eternal good, and

for the advancement of God's honor and glory in the world.

They know that there are no wrath, and curses, and woes

wrapped up in these harsh dispensations of God.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/these-harsh-dispensations-of-god/
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