What is God’s will for me?

This question often seems to baffle me, especially in the midst of life’s circumstances. I often feel lost looking for God’s will in the decisions I make and the circumstances I face. I wonder how many times I muddy up God’s will, when it is actually quite clear?

1 Thessalonians 5 paints a practical and clear picture of God’s will for my life:

Warn the lazy (undisciplined, idle)

Encourage the timid (fearful, discouraged)

Tenderly care for the weak

Be patient with everyone

Do not pay back evil for evil

Always try to do good

Always be joyful

Never stop praying

Be thankful in all things

Also…

Test everything that is said

Hold onto what is good

Stay away from every kind of evil

I have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ; within this, much of God’s will for my life is actually clear. From what I understand in 1 Thessalonians, it is to become holy and blameless.

Now may the God of Peace make you holy in every way, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again. 1 Thess 5:23

Thank God that this is not dependent on my efforts! I can’t count the number of times I fall short. My personal responsibility is engulfed here with God’s faithful active working in the transformation of my mind, body, soul and spirit. He won’t leave me unfinished.

God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful.” 1 Thess 5:24

If you are wondering what God’s will is for you now in your circumstances, jump into first Thessalonians chapter 5 and explore for yourself.  It starts with knowing God and a relationship with him. And know this– God is faithful! He will not quit.

Alex Gerber

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