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Understanding God's Will

by Brett Fuller on October 09, 2017

A distinguishing characteristic of being God's is that He reveals His will to His own. Christianity has been too often viewed as a religion which has its greatest benefit after death. Heaven's goodness being undiminished, nothing could be further from the truth.

God wants us to influence the direction in which the people of the earth are going. We can best do that if we understand how God intended for it be done. Eph 5:17 gives us a clue when it says, "So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is."

First, Paul says foolishness is a barrier to understanding. Foolish thinking relies on earthly wisdom to make decisions (James 3:14-15). Foolish actions are evidenced when people who reject godly warnings press forward to their own peril (Prov. 5). We need not be foolish.

Second, we need to press in to God to understand. Understanding is there to be gained, but not for the lazy. May God make His good will known to you so you can help everyone live right and live well...

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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