divine action

Divine action refers to the way a higher power or God interacts with the universe and its events. It encompasses God's guidance, influence, or intervention in creation—such as sustaining the natural order, answering prayers, or performing miracles. While often understood as beyond natural laws, divine action is seen by many as compatible with scientific understanding, working through natural processes or influencing outcomes in ways that can be mysterious yet meaningful. It emphasizes that God's relationship with the world is active and personal, shaping history and individual lives in purposeful, compassionate ways.