July 31, 2025
"Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! 'Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?' 'Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them?' For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen."
The Apostle Paul is wrapping up a section about God’s plan for Israel and the Gentiles. In our reading today, you get the impression that Paul steps back, throws his hands up, and says, “People! God’s ways are way beyond what we can fully comprehend.” Romans 11:33–36 is a doxology, a word we use for a song or prayer praising God’s greatness.
The Apostle highlights how deep God’s wisdom and knowledge are, how impossible it is for us to figure out everything God does or why He does it. Paul then reminds us that no one can advise God or out-give Him. That, every good thing flows from Him, through Him, and is all for His glory.
Our verses teach us that God is bigger than our questions. Sometimes we struggle with “Why is this happening?” or “Why does God allow that?” We are reminded that God’s wisdom is deep and unsearchable, and we won’t always get the full answers we seek in the moment, but we can trust God's perfect plan.
Humbling isn't it? Don't we often think we can advise or tell God what to do, or at least don't we want to? But Paul is saying, nope. God’s wisdom, knowledge, and plans are way beyond us.
God is the source and goal of everything. Nothing exists apart from Him, and everything ultimately points back to Him. That means that we are part of His grand design.
This truth leads us to the some of the following responses.
1. Be honest with your questions. It’s okay to wonder and not have all the answers. Bring those questions to God instead of pushing them away.
2. Trust God’s wisdom. When life feels confusing or unfair, remember that God’s wisdom is beyond your understanding. Rest in His loving control.
3. Give God the glory. Let your life reflect that everything you have and are is because of Him.
4. Live for Him. Since all things are for God’s glory, consider how your actions today can point others to His greatness.
Let's Pray
God, you’re so much bigger and wiser than I can ever understand. Sometimes I get frustrated when I don’t have all the answers. Help me trust you even in the mystery. Thank you for being the source of all good things and for loving me through it all. Use my life to bring glory to your name today. Amen.
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