"And we know that for those who love God all things work toegether for good, for those who are called according to His purpose."

--Romans 8:28 (ESV)

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose."

--Romans 8:28 (NIV)

I. God's ultimate purpose is that we be conformed to the image of Christ.

II. God has a purpose for every experience, whether pleasant or difficult.

III. God will take everything that comes into your life and use it to profit you for your good as you grow to be more like Christ.

"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