If we say that God governs the universe, then we must also say that nothing happens upon the earth apart from his providence.  Our actions are according to his will.  His wisdom, beyond our power to understand, is involved in the the world’s transactions.  We see ambitions clashing as people pursue selfish ends.  We know of hurtful strategies as some people seek to gain at the expense of others.  Though the world appears to fill us with darkness and chaos, to God they may be light and order. What we see lies on the surface, below it moves the irresistible hand of God.  

“The wrath of men shall praise thee.”  Psalm 76:10

It is not very fashionable these days for God to be in control.  We live in a world where civility is more important than virtue, therefore we allow behavior known to be wrong because we want to “get along.”  We keep silent in the face of untruth for fear of criticism.  We participate in that which stands contrary to our faith in the false belief that peace will be promoted.  

If God is going to be in control of our life, then it requires standing up for that which is not popular.  When God is in control we tend to do what is right, and what is right is not always what is popular.