Have you ever wondered, "What does God want me to do?" or "Is this a sugn from God that I should do this or that?" Well, I wanted to start sharing more about what God has been teaching Renee and I lately. We have been reading the book, Step By Step, by James C. Petty. It's all about different theological views about determining God's will; what's a biblical way to view things and what's not. So over the next few blog entries I'll be taking you chapter by chapter, giving you key points that Petty makes about God's will. I know this has always been a big question in my mind, as I really want to choose things that glorify God.
When I have a big question, like "Who should I marry?" (when I was single) or "Where should we live or work?" My first incling is to pray that God would just give me a direct answer, so that I can be 100% sure BEFORE I move forward. So I'll pray, open one eye, strain for a vision or sign from God, and usually nothing. I've found that God really doesn't usually let us off that easy. When I get upset at not receiving a direct answer from God, I know I'm just being lazy and impatient. I don't want to wait and pray and get counsel. So what views are there about determining God's will since the lazy approach usually doesn't work? There are three views that I'll share with you tomorrow. See ya'll then and have a great Valentine's Day
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