"...then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will."
- Romans 12:2 (Amplified)
Have you ever thought about the character of God's will? What are your perceptions of God's will for your life? Do you sometimes carry a negative response to the desire of God, his timing, and how He does things? Or do you see God's will as good, pleasing, and perfect?
Previously, we talked about the prerequisite to knowing God's will. Another important lens to look through is the nature of His desire for our lives. If that lens is out of focus, walking through God's will can become difficult and frustrating.
Ultimately the Lord can do what he wants, when he wants, with who he wants! He is not restricted by man but because He is love, his will for us is powered by that same nature. Our hope lives knowing that God has a good and loving will for us.
If your like me, I'm sure you may have questioned God's plan like...
"Why did I have to go through that suffering?"
"Why is he/she making progress, and I'm stuck in the same place?"
"Why are things taking so long?"
"Do I have to make that sacrifice in order to fulfill Your will?"
"Why am I still unclear on Your desire?"
I know you can relate! These questions can drive us insane and further away from God. We begin to question the wisdom of God and his motives. If these thoughts continue, we can find ourselves redefining His will without His permission.
Following God's will to the end requires a deep rooted belief that His desire is fundamentally good even if our emotions and circumstances say otherwise. Not only is the outcome of His plan good but the plan itself is perfect. Take time to reflect on the character of God and His will for you. Looking through the right lens will help you successfully "test and approve God's good, pleasing, and perfect will."
Lord, transform our minds so we may clearly see the true character of Your will...
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