Function Of Our Will

Proverbs 16:9, A person's heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps.

It is true that God gave each of us a free will. God knew that free will could mean someone loves Him, and someone else would hate Him. God was forced to grant free will to his creation, because He wanted real love, not love by mandate.

For thousands of years, God has been teaching His people how to live, in order to be with Him. There were ancient texts,  and prophets who were killed teaching what God said. Finally, God's only son was sent to rescue people. Jesus spoke and lived what He taught, as a perfect example for man to follow.

1 Corinthians 2:14, But the person without the Spirit does not receive what comes from God’s Spirit, because it is foolishness to him; he is not able to understand it since it is evaluated spiritually. 

When Jesus rose from the dead, He told His disciples to continue His work in His name. He also promised to send the Holy Spirit to help, teach, and guide all who would listen. God also inspired the writers of the Bible. As we know, the Bible is an instruction manual to Salvation and eternal life. 

Mark 8:34, Calling the crowd along with His disciples, He said to them. “If anyone wants to follow after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me”

When Jesus gave the message of this verse, He knew it would be hard, and many would not succeed. Once again the Holy Spirit and the Word of God encourage us. If we study the Bible, and ask the Holy Spirit to help us, He will. If we are sincere about seeking God, we will hear the voice of the Holy Spirit as He works with us. We must decide what we will do.

John 8:31-32, Then Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “if you continue in My Word, you really are My disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free”.

It all boils down to this my friends. Like most things in life, you receive in proportion to your effort. the difference is the rewards cannot be compared, and you can take with you everything you earned when God calls you home 

God bless you and your family. Praise The Lord!

Remember Jesus loves you.

Prayer of Salvation.

Lord Jesus, please forgive all of my sins, and  come into my heart as my personal savior. I want to serve only you. 

Praise The Lord! 

Amen