Is it different for each person?
2007-08-16 20:35:50 · 22 answers · asked by Eartha Q 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Very insightful answers everyone!
2007-08-17 11:43:07 · update #1
The scriptures say this:
1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice always;
17 pray without ceasing;
18 in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
2007-08-16 20:45:30 · answer #1 · answered by Northstar 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The general things are for all, such as salvation, and being in good health. But I believe you are asking about your calling. Some are to be teachers, some evangelists, etc. The way to do this is study the Bible and seek God on this. I believe you will find something that you like, or seems good. Make the decision, (after prayer) and do it. It must line up with the Word. Then if you have a peace about it, you are probably right. If you are wrong, you will know in a hurry.
2007-08-17 08:29:50 · answer #2 · answered by RB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
God's will is that we be saved. (2 Pet. 3:9; 1 Tim. 2:3-4)
Once we're saved, God has a further will for our lives. There are certain things he wants us to do and not do (Eph. 2:9-10). God's will is something for us to do, not just to know or believe or affirm (Mk. 3:31-35; 1 Jn. 2:17).
Because God loves us, his will for us is in our best interests too. Where God wants us is the very best place to be, the only safe place. What is to God's glory is also for our good (Matt. 16:26; 25:21; Lk. 2:10; Jn. 16:7; 1 Cor. 7:35; Eph. 6:8). If God wants you in an equatorial jungle, you wouldn't be happy anywhere else!
God wants us to know his will-He's not cruel. Because he loves us he gives us his Word, the Road Map, so we don't have to grope in darkness. (1 Cor. 2:9-10; Ps. 119:105)
God's will is that we be sexually pure (1 Thess. 4:3-7). This extends to fleeing from temptation (1 Cor. 6:18) and keeping our bodies from impurity, but also keeping our minds pure (Matt. 15:19-20; 5:28; Prov. 4:23; Ps. 119:37; Phil. 4:8).
God says those who don't know his will are unwise, and it is God's will that we be filled with and controlled by his Holy Spirit (Eph. 5:17-18). (James 1:5 says we don't have wisdom because we don't ask for it-prayer is critical in seeking and living the will of God.) When we are controlled by the Spirit, we show it in certain ways. We will not commit the acts of the sinful nature (Gal. 5:19-21), but will produce the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23). We will participate in worshipping the Lord, teaching each other, giving thanks to God and serving others (Eph. 5:17-33).
God's will is that we live in submission to God-given authority, that others may see our willingness to humble ourselves as servants (1 Pet. 2:13-15). It also means we recognize God as our highest authority and put obedience to him above obedience to men (Acts 4:18-20).
Sometimes God's will is that we go through difficult times, even suffering, to accomplish his purpose in us and through us (1 Pet. 3:17, 4:19).
2007-08-17 03:48:22 · answer #3 · answered by aqua gul 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Each person has their own ideas of what God is....so it depends on your idea of God. Some say God gave people free will, and i think the satanic credo is do what thou whilt. So im thinking God is holding a mirror facing you and saying to decide for yourself what you want to see and be happy with it. What is your will for yourself and everyone else? ...most people would will love i suppose, because love is the most fullfillment we can experience....and if you are gods will then first you must love yourself to be able to express your love truly.
2007-08-17 03:53:49 · answer #4 · answered by skinsect 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, 4who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth"
(1 Tim. 2:3-4).
"The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance" (2 Pet. 3:9).
2007-08-17 03:40:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Blessings.
1 Thess 4:3 It is God's will that you should be holy, that you should avoid sexual immorality, and learn to control your body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the pagans that don't know God.
2007-08-17 03:48:35 · answer #6 · answered by Who's got my back? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Gods wants us to Love Him with all our heart and to love each other.
But he doesn't want us to allow ourselves to be victims just for the sake of love.
We're supposed to separate ourselves from the wicked to protect ourselves from getting hurt.
But he also says not to hate the person because they sin but to hate the sin itself.
So love one another which translates into:
Show respect and consideration and help others whenever you can.
2007-08-17 03:49:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
His Plan is different for each person
His Will is the same: to love one another.
2007-08-17 03:41:38 · answer #8 · answered by Shinigami 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Our Lord's basic will for Christians is to obey His commands. Next, we are to find out His personal will for us in how and where we should use our talents He has given us.
2007-08-17 10:10:18 · answer #9 · answered by dog_skyhigh 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
God's will for us is to know His Son and be conformed to His image and be sons of God. What we each do for God may be different and we need to discover His particular calling for our lives.
2007-08-17 03:50:52 · answer #10 · answered by seekfind 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋