What is the will of God?
In the model prayer (commonly referred to as the Lord’s prayer), Jesus taught us to pray for the will of the Father to be done on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10).
The bible also exhorts not to be foolish with our lives, but to understand the will of the Lord (Ephesians 5:17).
Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is.Ephesians 5:17 NKJV
And the Apostle Paul prayed for us that we would know fully (be filled) with the knowledge of God’s will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding (Colossians 1:9).
In fact, God has made known to us the mystery of His will (Ephesians 1:9).
So, what is the will of God for your life?
What does His Word (aka the Bible) say about it?
Here are a few to ponder:
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Deliverance from evil – Galatians 1:4; Matthew 6:13
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Sanctification – 1 Thessalonians 4:3
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Transformation – Romans 12:2
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Do good – 1 Peter 2:15
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Stand perfect and complete – Colossians 4:12
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Attitude of thankfulness – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
How do I know God’s will for specific situations?
Through His Spirit (Holy Spirit) Romans 8:26-27
Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God.Romans 8:27 NKJV
Our Prayer For You
[We pray] that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;
Colossians 1:9-10 NKJV
Did You Know?
The expression “will of God” or “will of the Lord” appears 18 times in scripture.
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