Daniel I
Daniel answered and said: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, to whom belong wisdom and might. 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; He reveals deep and hidden things; He knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with him. (Daniel 2:20-22 ESV)
Wow!
I know a pretty good chef. When working in that field, he was well known and respected not just for the individual menu items, but particularly for the way the items meshed together. Leftover parts from one dish would be amazingly promoted in the next serving to a starring role. Things that were the main focus of one part of the meal, ended up as mere garnishes in a few minutes.
That is what God does in human affairs. Not only does He do great work in particular situations, but He entwines all the threads of our lives into a glorious tapestry. And apparent low aspects become heroes in another scene. He uses His people… each of us… exactly in the right place and at the right time for OUR good, as well as for the good of His Kingdom, as well as for His glory.
He did these things in bringing the Messiah. But He does it in every other area, too. That is how powerful, knowledgeable, loving, and gracious He is.
It's orchestral, coordinated, complicated, and beautiful.
Be amazed!