When God’s Plan Doesn’t Make Sense

Rev. JD Meeder
Written By Rev. JD Meeder

This week in our series in the book of Romans, we encounter Paul's wrestling with the mystery of God's ways and the temptation to lean on our own understanding. This can be particularly painful when those we love most (family, friends, children) remain far from receiving the gospel. Rather than trying to comprehend what God is doing, Paul points us toward the character and promises of a God who is irrevocable in His commitments and abounding in mercy. And when we truly encounter that God, the only fitting response is worship.

Scripture Reading: Romans 11:25-36

When God's Plan Doesn't Make Sense
Rev. J.D. Meeder
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Rev. JD Meeder

JD serves as our Parish Director and Director of the Greensboro Fellows. He was ordained as a deacon on January 19, 2025, and then as a priest on March 15, 2026

Before joining Redeemer staff, JD served in leadership roles with multiple ministries and non-profits, and most recently as Partnerships Director with Water Mission. He is a graduate of Clemson, where he participated in Young Life. JD is passionate about seeing people step into the fullness that the Lord has in every area of their life.

The Meeder family moved to Greensboro from the low country of South Carolina, and have fallen in love with the Triad. You can often find him outside running, biking, reading, playing with their golden retriever, and cheering on the Clemson Tigers.

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