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Divine design reveals itself through seemingly random events. That's the powerful message we explore as we continue our journey through the fifth principle of complete trust in God. What appears as coincidence is often a carefully orchestrated series of causes and effects—intermediaries through which the Creator manifests His will in our world.

Drawing from wisdom passed down for over 850 years, we examine how God works through natural mechanisms rather than open miracles. The ancient analogy of drawing water from a well illustrates this perfectly: while the bucket directly delivers water, the entire system—the rope, wheel, animal, and person—must function together. Similarly, our lives operate through interconnected causes all enabled by divine decree.

This principle came alive for me recently in an extraordinary personal experience as a Hatzalah emergency responder. When a call came from a friend's home just around the corner, a remarkable series of unprecedented events—a misplaced car key, a wine-stained suit, an alternate jacket, and unusual parking circumstances—completely prevented me from responding. What initially seemed like frustrating obstacles revealed themselves as loving divine protection, though the specific purpose remains a mystery. These weren't coincidences but carefully placed guardrails from a Father who knew what was best.

Next time life throws unexpected barriers in your path, pause before dismissing them as random bad luck. Consider reviewing the sequence of events that brought you to that moment. You might discover, as I did, that among the trillions of transactions occurring every millisecond across our planet, the Creator took specific interest in your journey. When you recognize His hand guiding you through life's intermediaries, thank Him and watch your trust and faith deepen in profound ways. What "coincidences" in your life might actually be divine guidance waiting to be recognized?