{"id":987809,"date":"2024-04-08T18:26:18","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T18:26:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devoutly.org\/journal\/?p=987809"},"modified":"2024-04-18T20:31:20","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T20:31:20","slug":"what-is-gods-will-for-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devoutly.org\/journal\/what-is-gods-will-for-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"What is God&#8217;s Will for Your Life?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vgblk-rw-wrapper limit-wrapper\">\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun SCXW67739227 BCX2\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67739227 BCX2\">I<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67739227 BCX2\">dentifying<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW67739227 BCX2\"> your interests, passions, and gifts can help you discover God\u2019s will for your life.<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For anyone who walks with God, the challenge of determining God\u2019s will for your life is bound to come up at one time or another. <a href=\"https:\/\/devoutly.org\/journal\/10-effective-ways-to-stop-procrastinating-on-your-goals\/\">Whether you\u2019re feeling settled<\/a> or looking to make a big change, you may wonder if there is something bigger and more important going on in the world around you. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A quote wrongfully attributed to Mark Twain remains profound, no matter who the unknown author is: \u201cThe two most important days of your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Discovering God\u2019s will for your life helps you reach that second most important day: the day you find out why you were born.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Does the Bible Say Anything About God\u2019s Will for Your Life?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s seen in Scripture that first and foremost, God\u2019s will for you is to find salvation in Jesus Christ. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Timothy+2%3A3-4&amp;version=ESV\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1 Timothy 2:3-4<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (ESV) says, \u201cThis is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Thess+5%3A16-18&amp;version=ESV\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1 Thessalonians 5:16-18<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (ESV) the Apostle Paul writes, \u201cRejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.\u201d Regardless of your vocation, life situation, or future aspirations, you can live out God\u2019s will on any day by:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finding a reason to rejoice in all things<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Praying consistently as you face the ups and downs of life<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Giving thanks in all circumstances<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond that, discovering God\u2019s will for your life can feel like a monumental task. For many, it\u2019s driven by fear as they question every decision while wondering if God\u2019s will is something different? Is His plan being messed up?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">God has uniquely created you with interests, passions, and gifts. If you\u2019re trying to discover how you can make the most of your life in a way that honors Him, there are a few questions that can serve as a guide. You don\u2019t have to be fearful or cautious when answering the question, \u201cWhat is God\u2019s will for my life?\u201d Instead, joyfully consider how God has uniquely created you. By combining your interests, passions, and gifts, you can discover God\u2019s will for your life.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Are Your Interests?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Think back over your life and take a mental inventory of the different jobs you\u2019ve had, taking note of your favorites. Think beyond the jobs you were paid for and consider the times you volunteered or picked up different projects when a friend, neighbor, or colleague needed help. Think about these questions as you take this mental inventory:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When did you have the most fun at work?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When did the hours fly by?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lastly, consider this: beyond work, what are the activities you most enjoy doing?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Are Your Passions? <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What brings you deep joy?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Think of the days when you came home and couldn\u2019t stop smiling, or you couldn\u2019t wait to talk about the fun you were having. What were you doing when the hours flew by, and your time was up before you knew it?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes you angry?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This isn\u2019t about daily irritations. This is righteous anger, the kind that stems from seeing injustice\u2014when people are exploited instead of cared for, or kids are bullied with no one to step in on their behalf. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes you want to pound the table with a desire to see something wrong be made right?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What breaks your heart?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When was the last time you felt such a deep sadness that you couldn\u2019t help but cry? What situations cause your heart to break and compel you with a desire to do something to make a change?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These three situations\u2014the ones that bring you great joy, the ones that make you angry, and the ones that break your heart \u2014 highlight your God-given passions. They\u2019re unique to you, and part of God\u2019s design is to use your passions to bless the world. They play an integral part in God\u2019s will for your life.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Are Your Gifts?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Throughout life, whether with friends or in a work environment, what are the qualities and skills people have most affirmed about you? Maybe it\u2019s the way you work with kids, or your leadership abilities. It could be your public speaking skills, or how you can explain complex ideas in a way that makes it easy to understand.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your gifts can often be identified by the things you are most drawn to doing when offered the choice, as well as the areas that are most affirmed and encouraged by those around you. Take time to reflect on these gifts, as they tie deeply to God&#8217;s will for your life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Your Interests, Passions, and Gifts Connect with God&#8217;s Will for Your Life<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">American writer and theologian Frederick Buechner wrote in <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wishful Thinking<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, \u201cThe place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world\u2019s deep hunger meet.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You are God\u2019s unique creation. You are unlike anyone else in the world! Your interests, passions, and gifts highlight how God has called you to make a difference. 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