Simply Spiritual

God’s will for your life is something positive, beautiful, joyous and wonderful, something you could not envision even in your wildest dreams.

When negative things happen in our lives, some people say, “well, maybe it is God’s will that this happened.  But this is not true, God’s will for us is to be happy and healthy, nothing in the negative.

Suffering of any kind does not come from God.  It was never His Will that we suffer from anything.  There are however, some things we have no control over, things that are not directly our fault but when we suffer because of it or face any kind of negative, it just means there is a lesson to be learned from it, so we would not have to go through such an experience again.   Also, we can use the experience to minister to others who may be going through something similar.

Even for a spiritual person,  suffering happens to strengthen them. Remember Job how he suffered and lost members of his family, health and wealth?  But he never wavered and he remained faithful to God.  In return God returned him to his former self and he received even more wealth and beautiful children.

“Dear brothers and sisters, whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy.  For when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.  So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything. ” James 1:2-4

Another important point to keep in mind is consulting with God through prayer about any important decision you have to make in your life.  This can be a new career path, a marriage decision, a  business deal, or anything major that will have a big impact on your future.  You need to know if your decision is part of God’s Will for you.  Once it is you will have great success.   However, if it is not, you may find yourself with major problems constantly and then you will realize that the decision was not the correct one.

Proverbs 15:22 states:

“Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many counselors bring success.”

Seeking the advice of friends and family, as well as other experts depending upon what your particular plans are, is also another way of knowing if you are taking the right course of action.  After praying, seek the counsel of others and this will help you to ensure that you are doing God’s Will, which will certainly not bring you any suffering whatsoever.

Life is such a rush and there seems no end to the hustle and bustle.  Apart from that there are so many things on your mind that keeps you from being truly happy and at peace.  The following points and scripture references can help you with your peace of mind and live each day to its brightest and fullest.

Slow Down: There’s no need to rush, life is too short to be on the hustle and bustle for things that won’t last forever.  However, you are destined to live in eternity with Jesus Christ and other believers, so make that your main priority.

And this is the way to have eternal life – to know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, the one you sent to earth.”  John 17:3

“Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where they can be eaten by moths and get rusty, and where thieves break in and steal.  Store up your treasures in heaven, where they will never become moth-eaten or rusty and where they will be safe from thieves.  Wherever your treasure is, there your heart and thoughts will also be .”  Matthew 6:19-21

Stop Worrying: Whatever you are worried about now, won’t matter in a few years time.  Put your faith and trust in God  because he loves you and would help you get through all challenges.

“So don’t worry about having enough food or drink or clothing.  Why be like the pagans who are so deeply concerned about these things?  Your heavenly Father already knows all your needs, and he will give you all you need from day to day if you live for him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concern.”  Matthew 6:31

Don’t Judge: Don’t be quick to judge other people.  You don’t know what trials or problems they are facing.  None of us are perfect, for we all have made mistakes.  Never judge!

“Stop judging others, and you will not be judged.  For others will treat you as you treat them.  Whatever measure you use in judging others, it will be used to measure how you are judged.”  Matthew 7:1

Forgive: If someone has done you wrong, don’t seek revenge against them, or hold malice in your heart for them.  Leave them up to God who will do justice on your behalf.  Forgive them and you will be forgiven also, as well as have peace of mind.

“But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins too.”   Mark 11:25

Stop Complaining: Be thankful for what you have and stop complaining for what you don’t.  Learn to be at peace with yourself always.

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.  Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.  If you do this, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand…”  Philippians 4:6