GOODNEWSLETTERNumber 425 July 25, 2012GOD IS ALWAYS IN CHARGE"All things work to gather for good to those who love God..." Romans 8:28 a.There has been a lot of talk about the massacre that happened in Colorado a few days ago. And, as we listened to the tragedy, we heard everyone talk about it, all areas. The financial and TV talk programs were constantly on the subject; of course but, even sports programs had a lot to say, as well. This sad occurrence is the largest killing spree in America, according to newscasters.Christians know about massacres; with Baptists bearing the brute of it. Thus, Romans 8 gives answers but, it seems that only His people can receive them. Those who speak of the Colorado tragedy had little to go on – little true information; that is. While many raised their hands and yelled out to Jesus, little Bible truths were presented. Even, one radio interview I heard stated, "I feel no sadness for the killer, at all. He deserves to burn in hell."My Baptists teachings began to flow though my heart, at that time. I thought, 'Who doesn't deserve to burn in hell?' Then, I thought about why God doesn't stop things like that. Of course, I remembered the god of this world is "seeking whom he may devour," 1st Peter 5:8 Scripturally settled in my mind, I knew that God was aware of the Colorado killings long before, but He choose not to intervene.Long ago, God witnessed the killing of many Christians, as well. The Lord watched as Baptists were burned, beheaded and murdered for the cause of their faith in Jesus. Our faith is always looking upward, in times that are good and times that bring distress. We have to know this. We have to live it out in our hearts and lives, continually. There were many of God's servants that trusted in the LORD; just as Romans 8 dictates. It is God's calling to know that "...all things work together for good" in every period of time of our lives.Remember Joseph's testimony? He was sold into bondage by his brothers; placed in prison because of sexual accusations by Potiphar's wife and then, after all this, things changed. Joseph became second in Egypt's command. All the while, Joseph trusted in His Lord. His wonderful and forgiving words at the end are truths for all of us. "Do not be afraid, for am I in God's place? And, as for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about the present result, to preserve many people alive," Genesis 50:19-20.Does Romans 8 work, every time? What else can we say or believe than God's word? The LORD expects us to receive and trust all His words, in good times and times of evil. When we do, we can get answers to a lot of things when others have no clue.