The most important thing in life is to walk in God’s will. Walking in God’s will results in experiencing God’s favor.
Remember you are special to God and God has a great plan for you. To see that plan fulfilled, we need to yield to God and make Him our priority (Rm.12:1; Mt.6:33). We need to make right decisions. Life is about decisions and we are sum total of all the decisions that we have made.
So how do we make godly decisions? There are 7 principles of seeking God’s will. Last week we looked at the first 3, this week we look at the rest.
Remember Step 1 is the most important. When making major decisions, ensure that all 7 are there. Don’t just act on one or two.
Step 1: The Bible, God’s Word
God will speak to us through His Word, the Bible. This is the primary way that God speaks and guides us (Ps.119:105). Every decision must be in line with God’s Word. It must never contradict God’s Word. As you read God’s Word, God will speak to you. Ensure you have a daily Bible reading and allow God to lead you.
Step 2: The spoken Word, Rhema
God wants to lead you through His spoken Word. God speaks to His people. He is a loving Shepherd and you need to hear His voice and follow (Jn.10:3,4). God speaks to us through the inner voice, visions, dreams, audible voice, spontaneous thoughts, etc. Always position yourself to hear what God is saying. Wait on Him.
Step 3 :The Peace of God
God can lead you through your inner witness – the peace of God in your hearts (Phil.4:9). The Holy Spirit dwells in your heart, and if it is God’s will you will definitely have the inner peace in your heart. If you don’t, wait.
Step 4: Circumstances of Life
Rm.8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose".
As Christians, God is in control of our lives and has allowed circumstances for our good. God leads you through your circumstances. Through your circumstances, you can see how God is directing you to fulfill His purposes.
Step 5: Godly Counsel
Pro.11:14 'Where there is no counsel, the people fall; But in the multitude of counselors there is safety".
Prov.12:15 " The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who heeds counsel is wise".
A wise person will seek counsel in making decisions. An unwise person will be content with his own opinion. When making a decision, seek godly people to pray along with you and counsel you.
Remember if it is a family decision, both husband and wife must agree.
Step 6: Godly wisdom
Jam.1:5 "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him".
God can give you godly wisdom. Wisdom is the practical application of knowledge. Here are some important questions that you need to ask in making major decisions:
- Does the decision help me grow spiritually?
- What would Jesus do?
- Is it in line with God’s plan for me?
- Will it help me fulfill God's will?
God can lead you by giving godly desires. A lot of times when God wants to lead, He may give you godly desires to fulfill His plan. For example, person with a full time call will have an intense desire to serve and see souls saved (Rm.10:1)
God wants to lead and guide you. Take time to pray and seek God.
Ps.32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye.
Make right decisions.
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