Amen Dr. E. My life verse has always been:
Jer 29:11 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.
There have been a number of trials that I've had to confront recently. As difficult as it sometimes seems, it is a great comfort that we can rest in God's gracious promise that all things work together for our good. His plan is perfect and best. And while we walk through the valley, He is with us; the Lover and Perfector of our souls.
Sounds wonderful, until we get to the part in your theology about those damned to eternal hell before they were born.
You know the secret of gratitude, Harley. How fortunate you are. God bless you always.