Psalm 19:11; James 4:13-17; Mark 3:35; Psalm 40:8; 1 Peter 4:2

The Four Steps in Discerning the Will of God 1. Avoiding a Presumptuous Confidence James 4:13-14; Proverbs 20:18

Presuming on God: • Leaves God Out James 4:13; Proverbs 27:1; 2 Kings 7:1

3 Problems: James 4:13-14

A self-managed location A self-managed duration A self-managed operation

• Guarantees the Future James 4:13; Psalm 19:13; Job 14:1-2

1. Maintaining a Constant Dependence James 4:15; Proverbs 16:9; Ephesians 6:6-7 The 3 Step Method to Obeying the Will of God: Ephesians 6:6-7 ● Doing ● Willing ● Honoring

2. Fostering a Humble Avoidance James 4:16; Philippians 4:4; Psalm 44:8; 1 Corinthians 4:7

3. Having a Clear Conscience James 4:17; Psalm 103:10

It Is God's Will That People Be:

Be Saved – 1 Timothy 2:4 Be Filled – Ephesians 5:17, 18 Be Washed – 1 Thessalonians 4:3