Finding the Will of God

Dr. Richard Featherstone

Aug. 9, 2009Orchard Hill Church

Cedar Falls, IA

“I hope you will put up with a little of my foolishness; but you are already doing that.”

(2 Corinthians 11:1)

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Finding the Will of God

Finding the Will of God

General:

What should I do with my life?

Finding the Will of God

General:

What should I do with my life?

Specific:

What should I do in this situation?

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“The Lord is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

(2 Peter 3:9)

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“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.”

(Revelation 3:20)

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“And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else. Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”

(1 Thessalonians 5:14-18)

“And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else. Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”

(1 Thessalonians 5:14-18)

God’s Will for Christians

• Warn• Encourage• Help• Be Patient

• Be Kind• Be Joyful• Pray• Give Thanks

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God doesn’t want you to write a book, He wants you to right your life.

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You can travel to the top, and miss the point.

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“Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty.”

(Ecclesiastes 12:13)

God’s Will for You

Live a life that is pleasing to Him.

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What do you do when God doesn’t tell you what to do?

Ask Yourself Two Questions:

1. Is it moral?

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Ask Yourself Two Questions:

1. Is it moral?

2. Is it wise?

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