Well-known theologian J. I. Packer defines providence as, “The unceasing activity of the Creator whereby, in overflowing bounty and goodwill, He upholds His creatures in ordered existence, guides and governs all events, circumstances, and free acts of angels and men, and directs everything to its appointed goal, for His own glory.”[3] Note the absolute terms Packer uses: “unceasing activity,” “all events . . . all acts,” “directs everything.” Clearly there is no concept of stop-and-go, part-time governance on God’s part in this definition.
