There are some things you can do to help you discern God's will for your life.
Talking Points:
- God speaks through his Word. Read the Bible and see if what you want aligns with what God has already said. 2 Timothy 3:16
- Ask wise mentors in your life. Seek advice from others to make sure you’re hearing from God. Proverbs 15:22
- Pray about everything. Be faithful to ask God for direction and wait on Him. Philippians 4:6-7
- As you put God first, your desires will fall more in line with God’s desires for you. Romans 12:2
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share about an issue where you’re not sure if what you think/feel is from God or yourself. What have you done to figure it out up to now?
- Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17. How does the Bible help us? How often do you seek biblical wisdom when you’re faced with a temptation or decision?
- Read Proverbs 15:22. Who are the people you have/could go to for good godly counsel? Why is it important to ask others for help?
- Read Philippians 4:6-7. What do these verses say about prayer? How often do you pray about stuff in your life?
- Read Romans 12:2. In your own words, what does it mean to be transformed by a renewed mind? How will spending time with God help to align your heart with his? What are some issues in your life where you know you need to align more with God?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
