This is Max Locato. Here's a practical idea. Quarry from your Bible, a list of the immutable

qualities of God, and press them into your heart. When calamity strikes, recite them over and over.

My list reads like this. He is still sovereign. He still knows my name. Angels still respond to his call.

The hearts of rulers still bend at his bidding.

The death of Jesus still saves souls.

The spirit of God still indwell saints.

Heaven is still only heartbeats away.

The grave is temporary housing.

God is still faithful.

He's not caught off guard.

He uses everything for his

glory and my ultimate good. And he uses tragedy to accomplish his will. And his will is right

and holy and perfect. God bears fruit in the midst of affliction. Welcome this truth into your heart.

Jesus understands grip God's sovereignty and never

let it go.