If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about the future, it can be comforting to know that God is in control. And the Holy Bible is full of verses that remind us of this truth and offer encouragement in difficult times. So, whatever you’re facing today these God is in Control Bible Verses will provide a sense of peace and hope.
Life takes you through a lot of twists and turns. One day you’re on top of the world. And the next you’re in the gutter. But no matter what life throws your way, it’s important to remember that God is in control, and always has your best interest at heart.
Even if you don’t know what the future holds You can trust in God’s goodness and wisdom, because He is already there, working things out for your good. Trust Him and He will guide you down life’s path.
Turning to God’s Word is one of the best ways to find comfort when life seems out of control. And the following verses will give you strength in hard times and remind you of the hope you have in Jesus Christ.
Bible Verses About God’s Control
If you are feeling uncertain about the future, here are some popular Bible verses about God’s control to give you peace and reassurance.
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
In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will,
Ephesians 1:11 ESV
I am the Lord, and there is no other;
apart from me there is no God.
I will strengthen you,
though you have not acknowledged me,
so that from the rising of the sun
to the place of its setting
people may know there is none besides me.
I am the Lord, and there is no other.
I form the light and create darkness,
I bring prosperity and create disaster;
I, the Lord, do all these things.
Isaiah 45:5-7 NIV
Our God is in the heavens;
he does all that he pleases.
Psalm 115:3 ESV
Many are the plans in the mind of a man,
but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.
Proverbs 19:21 ESV
For my thoughts are not your thoughts,
neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord.
For as the heavens are higher than the earth,
so are my ways higher than your ways
and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Isaiah 55:8-9 ESV
I know that you can do all things,
and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
Job 42:2 ESV
The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord;
he turns it wherever he will.
Proverbs 21:1 ESV
Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for me?
Jeremiah 32:27 ESV
Who has spoken and it came to pass,
unless the Lord has commanded it?
Lamentations 3:37 ESV
Turn to me and be saved,
all you ends of the earth;
for I am God, and there is no other.
Isaiah 45:22 NIV
The Lord reigns;
Let the peoples tremble!
He dwells between the cherubim;
Let the earth be moved!
The Lord is great in Zion,
And He is high above all the peoples.
Let them praise Your great and awesome name
He is holy.
Psalm 99:1-3 NKJV
What Does it Mean that God is in Control?
As a Christian, you know that God is in control of everything. But what does that mean exactly? Let’s dig deeper and explore what God’s control means together.
God’s Sovereignty
Sovereignty means that God has complete control over all human life and every aspect of the universe. God’s mighty hand is a symbol of His sovereign power and something we talk about a lot here at Master’s hand Collection.
So, even when things seem chaotic or out of control, these Bible verses about God’s sovereignty will help you see His hand working behind the scenes of your life.
and said, “O Lord, God of our fathers, are you not God in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. In your hand are power and might, so that none is able to withstand you.
2 Chronicles 20:6 ESV
In his hand is the life of every living thing
and the breath of all mankind.
Job 12:10 ESV
The Lord has established his throne in the heavens,
and his kingdom rules over all.
Psalm 103:19 ESV
God’s Rule Over Creation
God rules over all of creation because He is the Creator of the universe. He established order in the beginning when He created the heavens and the earth.
And He continues to maintain order by governing the laws of nature, the movements of the planets, the behavior of animals, and even the smallest details of your life. They’re all under God’s control.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
Genesis 1:1 NKJV
He changes times and seasons;
he removes kings and sets up kings;
he gives wisdom to the wise
and knowledge to those who have understanding;
Daniel 2:21 ESV
all the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing,
and he does according to his will among the host of heaven
and among the inhabitants of the earth;
and none can stay his hand
or say to him, “What have you done?”
Daniel 4:35 ESV
Whatever the Lord pleases, he does,
in heaven and on earth,
in the seas and all deeps.
Psalm 135:6 ESV
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How to Find Peace in God’s Control
As you navigate life’s ups and downs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and anxious. However, as a believer, you can find peace in knowing that God is in control. Trust in Him, and He will guide you through life’s challenges Here are a few ways to find peace in God’s control.
Prayer
Prayer is a powerful tool that can help you find peace in God’s control. When you pray, you can express your fears, doubts, and concerns to God. You can ask Him for guidance, wisdom, and strength to face life’s challenges.
do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ
Philippians 4:6-7 ESV
Comfort
God is a loving and compassionate Heavenly Father who cares about you. When you feel overwhelmed or anxious, you can find comfort in God’s promises of comfort.
In the multitude of my anxieties within me,
Your comforts delight my soul.
Psalm 94:19 NKJV
Thoughts
Your thoughts can impact your emotions and mood. When you focus on negative thoughts, it can lead to anxiety and fear. However, when you focus on positive and uplifting thoughts, it can bring peace and joy.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable if anything is excellent or praiseworthy think about such things.
Philippians 4:8 NIV
Trusting God’s Plan
Trusting God’s plan can be difficult, especially when you’re going through a tough time. It requires faith and trust. But the Bible is filled with verses to help you trust God’s purpose for your life.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11 ESV
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.
The Lord of hosts has sworn:
“As I have planned,
so shall it be,
and as I have purposed,
so shall it stand,
Isaiah 14:24 ESV
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Overcoming Fear with God’s Control
If you are feeling fearful or anxious, you’re not alone. Uncertainty can lead to fear, and fear can erode your faith. However, there are many scriptures to help you overcome fear by reminding you of God’s love and presence in your life.
Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’
Isaiah 41:10 NKJV
God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.
Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9 ESV
The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1 ESV
The Lord is on my side; I will not fear.
What can man do to me?
The Lord is on my side as my helper;
I shall look in triumph on those who hate me.
Psalm 118:6-7 ESV
Say to those who have an anxious heart,
“Be strong; fear not!
Behold, your God
will come with vengeance,
with the recompense of God.
He will come and save you.
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Bible Verses about Surrendering Control
We all want to feel like we’re in control of our lives. And recognizing when we’re in control of a situation and when we’re not is one of the most difficult things to admit, even to ourselves.
However, surrendering control of your plans and giving them to God will grow your faith and help you live a more peaceful life.
“Be still, and know that I am God.
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!
Psalm 46:10 ESV
You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.
Isaiah 26:3 NKJV
Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
1 Peter 5:6-7 New King James Version
Do not remember the former things,
Nor consider the things of old.
Behold, I will do a new thing,
Now it shall spring forth;
Shall you not know it?
I will even make a road in the wilderness
And rivers in the desert.
Isaiah 43:18-19 New King James Version
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
And the Lord, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed.
Deuteronomy 31:8 NKJV
say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.”
The Lord is my light and my salvation
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life
of whom shall I be afraid?
When the wicked advance against me
to devour me,
it is my enemies and my foes
who will stumble and fall.
Though an army besiege me,
my heart will not fear;
though war break out against me,
even then I will be confident.
One thing I ask from the Lord,
this only do I seek:
that I may dwell in the house of the Lord
all the days of my life,
to gaze on the beauty of the Lord
and to seek him in his temple.
For in the day of trouble
he will keep me safe in his dwelling;
he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent
and set me high upon a rock.
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?
“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Matthew 6:25-34 NIV
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God’s Control in Times of Trouble
When you’re going through tough times, it’s easy to feel like everything is out of control. But the Word of God has so many encouraging verses to remind you of God’s control in times of trouble.
As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.
Genesis 50:20 ESV
For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:38-39 ESV
The lot is cast into the lap,
but its every decision is from the Lord.
Proverbs 16:33 ESV
My flesh and my heart fail;
But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
For kingship belongs to the Lord,
and he rules over the nations.
Psalm 22:28 ESV
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The Importance of God’s Control in Salvation
When it comes to salvation, it’s essential to understand that God is the One in control.
It’s not your actions that save you, but rather the power of God. Through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and His resurrection, we have the free gift of God’s grace and mercy. Understanding this truth is sure to bring great comfort to your heart.
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
Ephesians 2:8 NKJV
Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all.
1 Chronicles 29:11-12 ESV
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1 NKJV
I hope each of these God is in Control Bible verses has given you peace in the midst of difficult circumstances. And I pray you’ll know that God is with you every step of the way. Trust in Him, and He will make your path straight.
Remember that salvation is a gift from God that is available to anyone who believes in Jesus Christ. Please read How to Be Saved if you’d like to know more about salvation.
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