God’s Will Or God’s Plan (Episode 15)

In this conversation, Matt and Josiah discuss the concept of God's will and how to discern it. They explore the difference between God's permissive will and His directive will, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's life with God's revealed will in Scripture. They also discuss the idea of fulfilling God's calling and how God can use even our mistakes and sinful actions to accomplish His purposes. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for believers to seek God's will and trust in His guidance.

Takeaways

• God can use us even when we make wrong decisions or go against His specific will.
• Trusting, delighting, and committing our ways to the Lord are key in seeking His will.
• God's ultimate will for us is to be conformed to the image of Christ.
• Understanding the difference between the will and plan of God can provide clarity in decision-making.
• God's will can be understood as both permissive and directive. He allows certain things to happen while also directing specific actions.
• It is important to align one's life with God's revealed will in Scripture and seek to fulfill His calling.
• Even when we make mistakes or go against God's will, He can still work within those circumstances to accomplish His purposes.
• Believers should strive to walk with new believers and help them understand and obey God's will.