In what ways can we actively seek God's will in our lives today? The Warning from 1 Chronicles 10:14 “Saul did not inquire of the LORD, and so the LORD put him to death and turned the kingdom over to David son of Jesse.” Saul’s tragic end is traced to one fatal omission: he stopped seeking the Lord. That single sentence signals a path we must avoid and a better one we must choose. What It Means to Seek God’s Will • Inquiring of the Lord—turning first, not last, to Him for direction • Submitting to what He reveals, even when inconvenient • Rejecting substitutes: human wisdom alone, cultural trends, superstition, or “quick fixes” (cf. 1 Samuel 28:7) Practical Ways to Actively Seek God’s Will Today 1. Immerse Yourself in Scripture • “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) • All Scripture is “useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16–17) • Regular reading, meditation, and memorization tune the heart to God’s voice. 2. Pray for Wisdom—Expecting an Answer • “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously… and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5) • Bring decisions, fears, and plans before Him; listen as much as you speak (Philippians 4:6–7). 3. Yield to the Holy Spirit’s Promptings • “When He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all truth.” (John 16:13) • Cultivate sensitivity through confession of sin and conscious dependence. 4. Seek Godly Counsel • “With many counselors there is deliverance.” (Proverbs 11:14) • Pastors, mature believers, and spiritually grounded friends help test impressions against Scripture. 5. Watch Providential Circumstances • Paul’s closed doors in Asia and open door to Macedonia (Acts 16:6–10) show how God guides through events. • Align opportunities with biblical principles before concluding they are from Him. 6. Obey the Light You Already Have • “Whoever has My commandments and keeps them is the one who loves Me.” (John 14:21) • Guidance often comes incrementally; obedience to the known paves the way for the unknown. 7. Live a Surrendered, Renewed Life • “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice… be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is.” (Romans 12:1–2) • Surrender positions us to discern, not dictate, God’s plan. Promises God Gives to the Seeker • “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My loving eye on you.” (Psalm 32:8) • “Trust in the LORD with all your heart… He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5–6) • “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” (Isaiah 30:21) Choosing David’s Pattern over Saul’s • David “inquired of the LORD” repeatedly (1 Samuel 23:2; 30:8; 2 Samuel 2:1). • God honored that dependence with guidance, protection, and ultimately the covenant promise of an everlasting throne. • The contrast invites us to daily, intentionally inquire of the Lord, confident that He still speaks through His Word, His Spirit, and His people. Saul’s story is a caution; David’s is an invitation. Actively seeking God’s will—through Scripture, prayer, Spirit, counsel, and obedience—turns life’s uncertainties into opportunities to witness His faithful leading. |
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