I know it has been a couple of months since I have posted
anything on here! But let’s just say God has taught me a lot in such a short
amount of time.
Lately, I have been very determined to find out what God’s
will for my life is. What my purpose here on earth is and what God’s will
really means. I feel that we all come to a point in our lives, some earlier and
some later than others, when we are desperate to know what we are here for.
I’m reading a short book right now simply (yet not so simply) titled “How to Know God’s Will” by Robert M. West. I haven’t finished
it yet, but after reading just the first couple chapters I have been reminded
of the fact that we aren’t here by accident. God has a very specific reason why
He created each and every one of us, and although I may sound like your mom when I say this, I am going to say it regardless: we are all special to God.
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you
were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.”
Jeremiah 1:5
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” Psalm 139:14
“But even the hairs of your head are all numbered.” Matthew
10:30
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for
good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”
Ephesians 2:10
Those are just a FEW verses that show how God knows all of
us (down to the exact number of hairs on your head) and has prepared something special for us according to His will.
So how do you find out what God’s will is for your life?
That is a big question, the big question I have been searching to understand.
Here’s something I came across that has helped me a great
deal. West quotes this in his book – the first question and answer from the
Westminster Shorter Catechism:
Question:
What is the chief end of man?
Answer: The
chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever.
After reading that, I just sat back and let it sink in. Then I asked myself, has my motive for discovering God’s will just been selfish? I think so. Now, I’m looking at this entire
topic completely different. West quotes scripture from Revelation in his book:
“You are worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and
power; for You created all things, and by Your will they exist and were
created.” Revelation 4:11
I’m going to continue my journey with God in trying to find
out how I can glorify Him in my life’s endeavors. As I learn more on the topic
of God’s will I will be sharing!! Please pray for my walk as a Christian, and as
I search God’s word daily – trying to better my understanding for His will.
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