Can Good Come from Isolation?

conformed to JesusAnd 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 8:28-29 (NLT)

Can God bring good from this pandemic?

This sounds insensitive with so many experiencing fear, grief, anxiety, financial distress, loneliness, depression, and even divisiveness.

How can God cause everything to work together for good?

Some already appreciate less rushing around and increased family time, more cooking, and less pollution. We also have new appreciation for health care workers, grocery staff, and teachers.

The Israelites of the Bible saw a trial like our pandemic as a lesson from God. They looked inward and at community behavior often recognizing how far they had drifted away from God. Their suffering presented an opportunity for them to re-prioritize, re-center, and return to God.

We often read today’s verse by itself, without reading the one that follows. But the next verse reveals the good that God will bring about.

For God knew His people in advance, and He chose them to become like His Son.
Romans 8:28-29 (NLT)

If we’ll take time for reflection individually and as a community, God will bring good from this pandemic. He will shape us to be more Christ-like. Let’s ask:

  • When can we find quiet time to pray and seek God’s guidance? (Mark 1:35)
  • Which of our priorities conflict with God’s values? (John 8:28-29)
  • When can we set aside our own desire for someone else’s benefit? (Mark 14:36)
  • How will we use our resources to advance God’s kingdom? (Luke 8:2-3)
  • Who are the vulnerable and marginalized God calls us to protect and care for? (Luke 14:12-14)
  • How can we lift someone else up rather than advance ourselves? (Mark 9:35)

How will we emerge from COVID-19 more like Jesus?

You might enjoy reading about why I feel privileged to serve Jesus.

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1 Comment

  1. J.D. Wininger on April 22, 2020 at 8:26 PM

    He absolutely can bring good from all this Ms. Cathy. I’ve prayed that He would help me grow individually in my faith, but I’ve also prayed that this renewed interest in God by others, the significantly increased presence of social media feeds by various ministries, etc. will continue long after this threat has passed. Am praying for a great revival to take place in this world; the day, I believe, draws nigh.

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