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Which direction is your life compass pointing?
"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV)
Every day we face decisions—some trivial, like what to eat for breakfast, and others life-altering, like whom to marry or what career to pursue. In a world of endless options and conflicting advice, how can we know we're following God's will? The good news is that God wants to guide us even more than we want to be guided.
Three Types of God's Will
📖 Sovereign Will
God's Ultimate Plan
What God has decreed will happen. His overarching plan for history and eternity.
"The counsel of the LORD standeth for ever" (Psalm 33:11)
✝️ Moral Will
God's Revealed Commands
What God has clearly stated in Scripture about how we should live.
"Be ye holy; for I am holy" (1 Peter 1:16)
🛤️ Individual Will
God's Specific Plan
God's unique path for your life, including calling, relationships, and decisions.
"I will instruct thee and teach thee" (Psalm 32:8)
The Decision-Making Tree
When Facing a Decision, Ask:
1. Does Scripture speak to this?
Search God's Word first. Many decisions are already addressed in biblical principles.
2. Have I prayed extensively?
"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God" (James 1:5). Not just quick prayers, but persistent seeking.
3. What do wise counselors say?
"In the multitude of counsellors there is safety" (Proverbs 11:14). Seek mature believers' input.
4. Are circumstances confirming?
God often opens and closes doors. Look for providential alignment, but don't rely on this alone.
5. Do I have peace?
"Let the peace of God rule in your hearts" (Colossians 3:15). Inner peace often confirms right decisions.
God's GPS System
Guidance Positioning System
Your primary navigation tool
Constant communication with headquarters
Internal guidance system activated
The Divine Traffic Light Test
Check Your Decision:
Discernment Checklist
Before Making That Big Decision:
Does this decision honor God and align with biblical principles?
Have I persistently prayed and listened for God's direction?
Have godly mentors and friends given input?
Will this choice bring honor to God and advance His kingdom?
Do I have God's peace about moving forward?
Common Misconceptions About God's Will
Myths vs. Truth
❌ Myth
"God's will is like finding a needle in a haystack"
"If I miss God's will, my life is ruined"
"God's will is always the hardest path"
"I need a dramatic sign from heaven"
✓ Truth
"God wants to reveal His will more than you want to know it"
"God can redirect and redeem any path"
"Sometimes God's will is the path of joy and ease"
"God usually guides through ordinary means"
The Freedom Within God's Will
✅ Commanded
Love God, love others, share gospel, pursue holiness
🚫 Forbidden
Sin, selfishness, idolatry, harming others
🎯 Wisdom Applies
Career choices, education, where to live
🎨 Freedom to Choose
Preferences, hobbies, friendships, style
When You Still Don't Know
Remember These Truths:
- 🔸 God is more interested in WHO you're becoming than WHERE you're going
- 🔸 He can work through any decision made in faith
- 🔸 Sometimes He gives freedom to choose between good options
- 🔸 Walking with God daily matters more than finding the "perfect" path
- 🔸 His love for you doesn't depend on making perfect decisions
A Modern Parable: The Two Hikers
Two hikers approached a fork in the trail. The first spent hours analyzing maps, checking weather apps, reading reviews, paralyzed by the choice. The second prayed, consulted his compass (God's Word), asked a seasoned hiker for advice, then confidently chose a path.
Both trails led to beautiful vistas. The difference? One hiker enjoyed the journey while the other wasted precious daylight in indecision.
Sometimes moving forward in faith is better than perfect clarity in paralysis.
Your Personal God's Will Action Plan
This Week I Will:
Read Proverbs daily using my SpiriseBible app for wisdom
Dedicate 15 minutes each morning to listening prayer
Journal what I sense God saying about my current decision
Schedule coffee with a wise believer for counsel
Take one faith step in the direction I sense God leading
Prayer for Divine Direction
Heavenly Father, I acknowledge that Your ways are higher than my ways and Your thoughts than my thoughts. I surrender my plans to You. Give me wisdom to discern Your will, courage to follow it, and peace in the journey. Help me to trust You when the path is unclear and to move forward in faith when You've given direction. Show me how to honor You in every decision, big and small. Thank You that You promise to guide those who acknowledge You. Lead me, Lord, for Your name's sake. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Guidance Scriptures for Your Journey
- Psalm 25:4-5 - Show me thy ways, O LORD
- Isaiah 30:21 - This is the way, walk ye in it
- Psalm 37:23 - The steps of a good man are ordered
- James 1:5 - Ask God for wisdom
What decision are you seeking God's will about today?
Take a moment to write it down and commit it to prayer.
[Your decision here]
Trust Him. He's already working on it.
