Lesallan | July 13, 2025
It Is About What God Wants – Not You
When we center our lives on our own desires, we risk missing the very purpose for which God created us. The scriptures remind us that our motives and actions should align with His will, not our selfish ambitions. Jesus Himself declared that He came not to do His own will, but the will of Him that sent Him: “For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me” (King James Version [KJV], 1611/2017, John 6:38). This radical posture of submission calls us to surrender daily.
True freedom and lasting joy come when we relinquish control and invite God’s agenda into every corner of our lives. Paul exhorts believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable unto God, which is our reasonable service (Romans 12:1, KJV). By shifting our focus from “What do I want?” to “What does God want?” we open ourselves to transformation that transcends mere self-improvement. This transformation shapes our character, refines our heart, and aligns our purposes with divine destiny.
In practice, discerning God’s will involves prayerful reflection on Scripture, community counsel, and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s promptings. Proverbs declares, “The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant” (KJV, Psalm 25:14). As we cultivate reverence and seek His face, He unfolds His plans for us. This process often requires humility, patience, and the willingness to embrace paths we would not have chosen on our own.
Choosing God’s will over our own also means trusting Him amid uncertainty. Jeremiah’s promise offers comfort: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end” (KJV, Jeremiah 29:11). Even when circumstances confuse us, we can rest in the assurance that God’s intentions are benevolent and purposeful. Our role is to walk by faith, committed to obeying His voice rather than following the shifting winds of our own desires.
As you reflect on your ambitions and decisions today, pause and ask: Am I pursuing my agenda, or am I aligned with God’s kingdom purposes? The invitation is clear: “Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven” (KJV, Matthew 6:10). May this simple prayer become the anthem of your heart, guiding every step you take.
In Christ,
Lesallan
References:
King James Version. (2017). The Holy Bible: King James Version. Public domain.
https://www.kingjamesbibleonline.org
Note:
Lesallan Bostron is a writer and mentor passionate about guiding others toward spiritual alignment. His work integrates biblical insights with practical living, inspiring readers to place God’s desires above their own.
