I love helping people to discern the will of God. It’s not an easy task. Many times they are looking for it in their own lives, but I have a different perspective. I figure if we can find God’s will, purpose and mission in the world, all we have to do is align our lives with that, and we can’t be far off target. God has given us certain principles to live by and we have a wide range of freedom to live within those guidelines. He sets up these guidelines not to punish or restrict us, but to protect us and provide the best.
“There is always time enough in a day to do God’s will.” —Roy Lessin
My pastor, Skip Wallace, gave this message on 14 October 2007, from Isaiah 30:19-21. Here are a few notes…
“Whether you turn to the right or the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it”—Isaiah 30:21
The Holy Spirit is our Guide
The Bible is our map
What is our Compass?
Life “COMPASS”
- Constancy – “Speak for your servant is listening” – 1 Samuel 3:10
- Others – “I constantly remember you in my prayers” – 2 Timothy 1:3
- Motive – “Search my heart, and see if there be any wicked way in me” – Psalm 139:23
- Passions – “For it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose” – Philippians 2:13
- Aptitudes – “Each person is given something to do that shows who God is: Everyone gets in on it, everyone benefits. All kinds of things are handed out by the Spirit, and to all kinds of people” – 1 Corinthians 12:7, (The Message)
- Seasoning – “…though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you…” – Hebrews 5:12
- Sensible Decision-making – Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that… Galatians 6:4, (The Message)
Father, what do you want me to do for Your Kingdom?
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