Seven Questions toFind God's Will Regarding Change (cont) 3-7

The third question you should ask yourself is: Does God's Word clearly confirm theneed for this change? When you are looking for advice in making a decision, go to God's word. Let God's word guide you and then follow what God's word clearly tells you to do. Remember just because your circumstances all line up, does not mean it is God's will for you. Turn to His word and measure up the circumstances against his word. Which brings me to question #4:

Do the circumstances support God's leading on this issue?
After looking for confirming evidence in God's word, then look to see if the circumstances are lining up with his Word. Don't try to line up your circumstances to fit your wants. Many times we think that it is God's will for us to do something, because the circumstances may seem to line up, but are these circumstances confirming God's word? Have you tried to manipulate the circumstances to fit your needs? Take a look at Acts 11:11-15, Revelation 3:8, and Romans 8:28 to see what His word says about this.

Question #5: Will it help the spirtual needs of others?
Remember it is not all about YOU! When you make a decision it affects many people, including your family. Ask yourself when you contemplate making a decision if it is the best thing for all the parties involved. Think about yourself in your present situation and how you can help others in the situation you are in currently. How can you be a blessing to others right where you are? Try to be a blessing in your circumstance instead of waiting for another opportunity and trying to change your situation. (Acts 11:13-14, Phillipians 2:13-14).

Question #6: Is it supported by Godly leaders?
Most times when we make a life decision, we want to seek the advice or opinions of others in our life. However, not everyone is worthy of giving you sound advice. When you make a decision make sure to seek the advice of other spiritual leaders and follow their advice. These people will give you advice based on the Word of God. So don't ignore the advice of a spiritually mature individual. Proverbs 15;22, Acts: 11:12-18

Lastly, ask yourself: Are there repeated confirmations?
God will always give you confirmation that you are making a sound decision. There will be repeated confirmations in your daily life and things will line up against God's word. If you don't see these confirmations do not move ahead until you gain certainty. As you walk with God he will make things very clear for you. So if you are not walking with God, then do not make life changing decisions on your own. Be patient and walk through all 7 steps before taking a step or making a decision.
Acts 11:10,12, 18; 2Corinthians 13:2