IS IT GOD'S WILL OR OUR DESIRE

Do not confuse God's will for our desires; sometimes, we feel that what is happening in our lives is God's will for us.  If it is God's will, then we will not be stressed; if it's God's will, He will provide for us; if it's God's will, everything will work out for our good.  If it's God's will for us, it will have a purpose and add meaning to our lives.  If it's God's will, it will be evenly yoked and bring prosperity.  If it's God's will, we will have the hope of a brighter future. If it's God's will, we will have peace and be equipped with everything good.  So if we are not experiencing God's presence, peace, and joy, maybe what's going on in our lives is just our desire.

Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.

Father, let us not confuse our desires for Your will; please direct us to Your plan for our lives and not our own.  Lord, give us a passion for Your Word, where we will find; Your will for our lives, a life of purpose, meaning, and discernment.  Father, we understand that Your choice is for us to be sanctified; and free from sin, so please equip us with all our needs.  Lord, help us deny ourselves and take up our cross as we follow You.  Lord, give us Christ-like character so that we will trust in You, with all our hearts, and lean not on our own understanding, but in all, we do submit to You, in Jesus' name Amen.