We know the will of God through the Scriptures and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
The will of God is revealed to us through the Scriptures, where we learn about His sovereign purposes and the specifics of what He desires for our lives. In John 6:39, Jesus articulates the Father's will, stating that He will not lose any of those given to Him. This assurance underscores that God’s will is for the salvation of His people, which is foundational to our understanding of His purposes.
Furthermore, the Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in guiding believers into all truth, as highlighted in Colossians 1:9, where Paul prays that believers may be filled with the knowledge of God’s will. This means that while we seek wisdom in our daily decisions, we can trust that God will direct our paths as we align ourselves with Scripture. Additionally, as we grow in knowledge and understanding, we become more attuned to His will, enabling us to discern our individual calling and responsibilities within the larger framework of His Kingdom.
Scripture References:
John 6:39, Colossians 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 4:3
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