Part 1: Dedication to the Will of God

Introduction

• God’s will refers to His purpose for the life of a believer.
• The best place in the world to be for any of us to be is in the middle of God’s
• What brings God most pleasure? His perfect plan!
• The best strategy in seeking God’s will is to pray in surrender to it(will) from the onset. Pray like Jesus: “Not my will but Yours be done.”

Rom 12:1-2 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.

² And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”

The Will of God

1. The chief goal of God’s will is that He be glorified – in all circumstances

• • “..that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ..”      (1 Peter 4:11)
  • “Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, But to Your name give glory…” (Ps 115:1)
  • If your desire is for the glory of God to be elevated, be assured His Will is going to be accomplished in you.

2. God’s will is to advance His kingdom – in every real

• • Kingdom of God – His REAL yet unseen rule over all creation.
  • This is the reason why Jesus said, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matt 6:33)
  • We need to align our goals with His kingdoms goals for our lives to flourish.

3. God’s Will is for Christ to be Lord – in every area.

• • Lordship = Authority = Power

Conclusion

• 3 Major components of His Will: Glory + Kingdom + Lordship
  • “For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” (John 6:38)

Application

• As believers, we should evaluate every decision on the basis of biblical principles.
• Obedience brings God’s blessings.

In His Service

Ps Bonginkosi Dlulisa