Here are some of the nuggets of wisdom my mentors have given me over the years when I’ve struggled with knowing God’s will:
- “Be willing to give God a blank check.” I’ve written about this commitment before, and this commitment still challenges me personally. As long as we put parameters on what we’ll do for God, we’re not really seeking His will.
- “Don’t make the decision alone.” It’s always good to seek advice from trusted Christian counselors who themselves walk with the Lord (and, note, that last phrase—it matters!).
- “Pray and think much before making a move during a storm.” If you make a life-changing decision during the chaos of a storm, you might regret the move when the sky’s cleared up a bit.
- “Don’t assume that your heart can’t be biased.” None of us can fully read his or her heart without the potential of bias. Even the most committed believers can be unexpectedly captured by self-interest.
- “Be careful about trusting ‘open doors’ and ‘closed doors.’” An open door may be an indication of God’s intention, but it’s also possible to manipulate doors at times. On the other hand, a closed door may be a matter of God’s timing rather than His clear denial.
- “Trust your spouse’s spiritual intuition as he or she walks with God.” To be frank, some of the biggest mistakes I’ve made in ministry occurred when I didn’t pay enough attention to my wife’s assessment of the situation. I know better now.
- “Let the times when God delays His answer reveal your heart a bit.” Test your heart when God chooses not to give you clear direction on the spot. If you grow impatient, frustrated, or even faithless, you’ll know you have other areas to work on spiritually.
- “If you’re not certain what God wants, stand at the place where you were last certain of His will.” That is, don’t make a change in times of uncertainty. Instead, go back to when you were certain of God’s will, and rest there until God shows you otherwise.
Let us know your thoughts about these ideas. I welcome your feedback.
(8) stand at the place where last you are certain of God’s will rest there until God show you next
I had thought to have a change. But God was silence. I tried my proposal. I knew it was just me. So i went back to where i was certain. I resume my usual course.
Then at one point i said o Lord it’s ok with me now I’m willing to do indefinite time. No more seeking change. Then He said you can stop now. You have completed your portion. Your work remain with Me. Don’t have to worry. Then i let go my hand and move to a completely new territory which i never ask.
Then He move me into the phase of life which i had desire for so long until I had forgotten it. He never forget.
Zacharias had forgotten he prayed to God for a son. Already so old what to pray some more? Then he got John the Baptist
Not all good thoughts are God’s thoughts . But God’s thoughts are beyond good that none can compare
Abraham just wanted a son to inherit his wealth he worked so hard all his life. If he got what he wanted, there would be no Israel today. God didn’t just give a son God gave a nation that lasted millennium. Behold His infinite wisdom