Decision Making and the Will of God

Author: Garry Friesen
Publisher: Multnomah
ISBN: 0307569241
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 530

Book Description
Does God Have a Perfect Will for Your Life? Does God have a perfect will for each Christian? Can you be absolutely certain of God’s specific will for your life? In this expanded twenty-fifth anniversary edition of his highly acclaimed work, Garry Friesen examines the prevalent view on God’s will today and provides a sound biblical alternative to the traditional teaching of how God guides us. This new edition includes these helpful resources: • Study guide for small groups • Responses to Frequently Asked Questions • Guide to painless Scripture memorization Friesen tackles the very practical issues of choosing a mate, picking a career, and giving in this fresh and liberating approach to decision making and the will of God. Story Behind the Book Most Christians have been taught how to find God’s will, yet many are still unsure whether they’ve found it. God does guide His people, but the question is, “How does He guide?” After “putting out a fleece” to decide which college to attend, Garry Friesen began pondering why it was so hard to find God’s will when he had so sincerely sought it. Was he the only one who did not have 100 percent clarity for every decision? Then a new possibility struck—perhaps his understanding of the nature of God’s will was biblically deficient. Maybe there was a better way to understand HOW God guides.

God, Evil, and Human Learning

Author: Fred Berthold
Publisher: SUNY Press
ISBN: 9780791460412
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 124

Book Description
Revises the traditional free will defense regarding the existence of evil in the world of a loving God.

Understanding God's Will

Author: Kyle Lake
Publisher: Relevant Media Group
ISBN: 9780974694269
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
Everyone struggles with questions like, "How can I know if I'm pursuing God's will or my own?" In this book, pastor Kyle Lake suggests that God's will for a person's life isn't as formulaic as it's often made out to be. This book alleviates ambiguities about God's desires for our lives. Through the use of scriptural metaphors such as discipleship, kingdom and fatherhood, this message empowers people to make wise decisions with the guidance of a God who is not a genie, an insurance policy nor a dominator.

The Mystery of God's Will

Author: Charles R. Swindoll
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418568309
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 197

Book Description
"I don't think I've ever met anyone who hasn't struggled with the desire to know God's will. The problem is, this struggle often involved a great deal of confusion and worry." ?Chuck Swindoll Many people have the idea that if they could just somehow find that single planned direction, they would be effortlessly swept through life. But life is not like that. Probably the most misunderstood factor of discovering God's will is the thought that, If I do this, the struggles will end, the questions are over, the answers come, and I live hapily ever after. But that's not reality. Does that mean that God's will must remain opaque to us?that we must muddle and grope blindly through life with no clue to what He wants for us? "Not at all," says Charles Swindoll. In this groundbreaking book, Swindoll invites us to join him on a spiritual quest. "I believe God's will for us in this life is not some black-and-white objective designed to take us to an appointed destination here on earth as much as it is about the journey itself . . . and what matters to Him in our lives." The Mystery of God's Will overflows with practical insights, humor, and unforgettable stories that will de-mystify, clarify, and put your mind at ease.

Singleness, Marriage, and the Will of God

Author: J. Robin Maxson
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736945490
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 402

Book Description
Not everyone will marry or should, but virtually all single adults think about marriage. And all make decisions that either maintain their singleness or attempt to change it. This book, by the authors of the groundbreaking Decision Making and the Will of God, offers an in-depth tutorial to help singles apply biblical principles to the critical choices they confront: Do I want to get married? Are there good reasons to remain single? What sort of person should I consider as a potential spouse? How do I look for a mate? What should I do if no spouse shows up? What is God's role in the decision-making process? This comprehensive volume will equip readers to make wise choices about marriage according to the will of God. It's also an invaluable resource for parents, counselors, and pastors.

Decision Making and the Will of God

Author: Garry Friesen
Publisher: Multnomah
ISBN: 1590522052
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 530

Decisions, Decisions

Author: David Swavely
Publisher: P & R Publishing
ISBN: 9780875525921
Category : Decision making
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
How can I know what God wants me to do? We make choices, and then our choices makes us (or break us!). This is true of "big" decisions of course, but "little" decisions are just as important because they lead to the big ones. All of our choices are the threads in the fabric of our future. Ultimately, our decisions are so important because they have ramifications beyond this life, and into eternity. What's more, the way we make decisions is a central part of our personal relationship with God. We need to learn how to make good decisions so that will be able to make the best choice immediately, and instinctively. In clear and thoughtful steps, Swavely uncovers and explains the principles that God uses to lead and guide us including: how we should consider feelings, impressions or prompting, circumstances, counsel, desires and prayer. This brief yet relentlesly biblical book also helps us avoid some common errors that can rob our joy, and send us off in the wrong direction. Here, in this the theologically grounded volume, you will gain the wisdom and discernment necessary to practice God's way of making good decisions that honor him.

Romans

Author: Bruce Bickel
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736909079
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Combining the biblical content of a commentary with the life applications of a Bible study, bestselling authors Bruce Bickel and Stan Jantz distill important Bible truths in user-friendly portions and communicate them with amazing clarity. Paul's letter to the church in Rome is his clearest explanation and application of "the Good News about Christ...the power of God at work." This fresh new study of Romans assures readers that the gospel is God's answer to every human need and helps them catch Paul's burning desire to spread the message of salvation. Thirteen chapters blend helpful background information with up-to-date applications of the gospel to everyday life. Individual readers and groups will appreciate the open-ended, thought-provoking questions following each chapter.

Pursuing God's Will Together

Author: Ruth Haley Barton
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830869786
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
Church boards and other Christian leadership teams have long relied on models adapted from the business world. Ruth Haley Barton, president of the Transforming Center, helps teams transition to a much more fitting model—the spiritual community that practices discernment together.

Desiring God's Will

Author: David G. Benner
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830846131
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 141

Book Description
How do we become both willing and able to do what God asks of us? In this expanded edition of a spiritual formation classic, psychologist and spiritual director David G. Benner explores the transformation of the will in Christian spirituality, examining why our desires are disordered and how we can align our hearts with God's.