August 15, 2002
IN DETERMINING THE WILL OF THE LORD, TRY THIS ON FOR SIZE. Too often the will of the Lord is thought to be something that is spectacular. While in reality it is something that is very practical and can easily be determined by adhering to the Word. The knowledge of that which is spiritual will enable us to gain the knowledge of His will. Spiritual wisdom and spiritual understanding will provide the means whereby we may understand His perfect will. The spiritual man will be led to a comprehension of the will of the Lord. Col. 1:9
THE PRACTICAL SIDE. It begins with our walk before the Lord. A manner of life that brings honor and glory to Him. We walk in His ways, exemplifying His life before the world. Our walk, our conversation, our conduct acceptable and pleasing in His sight, bringing forth the fruit of righteousness and holiness. Increasing constantly in comprehension of who He is and what He is. A personal and intimate perception of His personality and substance as the Savior of the Body or Bride. Col 1:10 Strengthened or enabled by the extreme and ultimate power of God to do His will in all things, great and small, spectacular and practical. Once again the practical aspect is brought into view, great endurance or patience, long-suffering or forbearance and to accomplish the same with the joy of the Lord flooding our hearts. Simple, yet very practical practices that if followed will always cause us to ultimately see and know the will of the Lord. Col. 1:11 The ability to know and do the will of the Lord is a heart matter. A heart that is right with the Lord, that loves Him and has a strong desire to serve Him is of prime importance. He is not impressed with actions that are made to impress. Honesty and sincerity of heart and purpose are required. Eph. 6:6
THIS IS HIS WILL FOR ALL. Perfection, this is the goal that the Lord has established for His church, especially in the end of the age. He can and will provide for Himself a Bride who has reached the same maturity that is found in Christ Jesus. If this is not possible, then the Gospel is in vain. With God, nothing is impossible. He is in the process of equipping a people who will surrender completely to Him, to do His perfect, full and absolute will. The maturity of the Bride of Christ is an imperative. She cannot meet the requirements necessary for their marriage until she achieves His likeness in every aspect of her being. Those who do His will are immensely pleasing to Him. Heb. 13:21 Doing the will of the Lord does not always accomplish immediately the desired results. Patience must be exercised. His response will come at the right time. His timing is always at the proper moment. Our requirement is to do His will and then let Him complete His part, in His time. Heb. 10:36 Follow His will that is already recorded in the Word of the Lord and He will make known and direct into His perfect will.