“Give thanks in all circumstances for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.” 2 Peter 3:9 Here are some examples in scripture of God’s will of command: These are the things he commands us to do and we can chose to obey or not. So be very clear on this: God wills to come to pass some things that he hates.” 2) God’s will of command Herod, Pilate, the soldiers, the Jewish leaders - they all sinned in fulfilling God’s will that his Son be crucified (Isaiah 53:10). “And don’t miss the very crucial point here that it includes the sins of man. John Piper explains, “There was no changing it, and Jesus bowed and said, ‘Here’s my request, but you do what is best to do.’ That’s the sovereign will of God.” Jesus said in the Garden of Gethsemane, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.” Then this sovereign will can be broken into two categories: It takes into account human sin and evil. In Isaiah 46:10 God says, “My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.” Nothing will hinder or stop this plan. This is the will of God that will come to pass no matter what. There are two ways to describe God’s will: 1) His sovereign will I hope you’ll come join us over on Instagram as we talk about a new topic each week! FOLLOW What is the difference between God’s sovereign will and his will for us? MORE: This text was taken from my new faith-based Instagram account, House of Palms (#houseofpalmswillofgod). Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:1–2 “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Stop thinking of God’s will for your life as a separate plan from his will for his kingdom. “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10 It is his desire to be in a loving relationship with us first, and for us to practice good deeds secondly. God’s ultimate will is the advancement of his kingdom (Dan 2:44), his glorification (1 Cor 10:31), and the salvation and sanctification of his children through his son, Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:9). You need only spend time with him, listen and obey when he speaks. God has a plan for you! Isn’t that comforting? You don’t have to come up with some remarkable life expedition, start an orphanage or move to the jungle.
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