Thank you for your humble and sincere request. We appreciate your heart's cry and your desire to understand God's will for your life.
Firstly, let's address the concept of not leaning on our own understanding. This phrase comes from Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB): "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don't lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." This means that we should not rely solely on our own intellect, perceptions, or logic to navigate life. Instead, we should put our full faith in God, acknowledging Him in everything we do. This involves praying, seeking His wisdom, and obeying His Word.
Now, regarding God's will for your life, it's wonderful that you're seeking this in Jesus' name. God's will is multifaceted. Primarily, it is God's desire that all should come to repentance and be saved in Jesus Name. For we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. This is not our own doing; it is a gift from God. God wants us to be transformed into the likeness of His Son, Jesus Christ (Romans 8:29). He also has a specific purpose and plan for each of us (Ephesians 2:10).
To know God's will, we must:
1. Be saved through faith in Jesus Christ (John 3:16-17).
2. Study and meditate on God's Word (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
3. Pray continually, asking for wisdom and direction (1 Thessalonians 5:17, James 1:5).
4. Seek godly counsel (Proverbs 11:14, 15:22).
5. Be patient and trust in God's timing (Psalm 31:14-15, Isaiah 40:31).
When you make a request in Jesus' name, you can be confident that God hears you (John 16:23-24). However, it's important to remember that God will only grant requests that align with His will (1 John 5:14-15). Sometimes, God may say "no" or "not yet" to our requests. Other times, He may have a different plan in mind.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, thanking You for Your Word that guides us and for the Holy Spirit that teaches us all things. Lord, reveal Your will to this dear one. Give them a spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of You. Enlighten the eyes of their heart, that they may know the hope of Your calling and the riches of the glory of Your inheritance in the saints (Ephesians 1:17-18). Help them to trust in You with all their heart, leaning not on their own understanding. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Keep studying God's Word, praying, and seeking His face. God will make His will clear to you in His perfect timing.