Have you ever found it difficult to make a major decision? Have you also found difficulty in knowing the Lord's will? We all have had those experiences, haven't we? But there are several points we need to recognise: 1. God has clearly promised that His children will never be without guidance if they are obedient to Him. 2. As Christians, therefore, we have a Guide (the Holy Spirit) and we have a Guide Book (the Bible). 3. God will never guide us contrary to His Word. 4. God's guidance will not bring inner conflict after the decision is made. Never act if you do not have peace concerning that decision. God's timing is often involved too. This is something we do not always realise. He often reveals His will to us but then the door for action does not seem to be open. Later, in God's time the door does open and His will is fulfilled. Remember, when His will and His time coincides, God can act very quickly! However, it is guidance in everyday circumstances we need the most. Here is where 'sanctified common sense' comes in. John Wesley said, 'God generally guides me by presenting reasons to my mind for acting in a certain way.' Remember also what may be God's will for someone else may not be God's will for you or any other person. It is vitally important to remember this. A green light for your friend may be a red light for you. As you commit your life to the Lord each day, ask Him to guide you through that day. Then quietly trust Him to do it. At the close of the day as you look back over it, thank Him for leading you, consciously or unconsciously in all you have done during the day. A verse for today: Psalm 143:10, 'Teach me to do your will for you are my God. May your good Spirit lead me on level ground.' |
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