5.1 God rules over absolutely everything and everyone, for his own glory.
5.2 God’s sovereignty does not contradict but rather complements human responsibility.
5.3 God ordinarily uses means to accomplish his ends, but sometimes without, above or against them.
5.4 God is sovereign over even the worst of evil, but he is not responsible for sin and does not condone any wickedness.
5.5 God exercises a pastoral providence over sin and temptation for the sake of his people.
5.6 God exercises a justly judging providence in relation to the sins of the wicked.
5.7 God’s special providence is over his church, protecting the church and assuring that all things work together for good for the church.