Paul affirms that there are no accidents in the life of the child of God, only providence. In 8:28 we are given a: certain promise (we know); comprehensive promise (all things); comforting promise (work together for good); chosen promise (those who love God); clear promise (called according to his purpose). Paul also affirms the signed, sealed, and settled nature of our salvation through what I like to call the “golden chain of redemption.” The chain has five links, located in verses 29–30. First,