Aligning with God's Plan Pt 5: Align with God's Will

“Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; may Your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.” – Psalm 143:10 NLT

Walking in alignment with God’s will is a journey of faith, trust, and surrender. It is an intentional choice to live according to His plan rather than our own desires. Yet, before we can align ourselves with God, we must first acknowledge when we have strayed.

Recognizing Misalignment

It takes humility to recognize when our thoughts, actions, and desires are not in harmony with God’s promises. Psalm 40:8 declares, “I desire to do Your will, my God; Your law is within my heart.” This desire should be our own—a longing to live within the boundaries of God’s truth rather than the limitations of our own understanding. Too often, distractions, personal ambitions, and even fears keep us from fully embracing God’s direction.

Confronting the Distance

Once we recognize our misalignment, we must confront the behaviors and mindsets that have distanced us from God. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” True alignment requires trust—trust that God’s ways are higher than our ways, His plans greater than our own.

Seeking Discernment

Aligning with God’s will is not simply about making moral decisions; it requires spiritual discernment. This means listening intently for God’s voice through prayer, Scripture, and the leading of the Holy Spirit. Jeremiah 29:11 reassures us, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” When we walk in alignment with God, we embrace His purpose, knowing that His plans are always for our good.

A Deep and Personal Relationship

True alignment with God is deeply personal and requires a commitment to maintaining a close relationship with Him. Psalm 86:11 expresses this desire beautifully: “Teach me Your way, Lord, that I may rely on Your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name.” A divided heart leads to instability, but a heart fully devoted to God walks in confidence and peace.

Walking in Faith and Humility

Aligning with God’s will is an ongoing process—one that demands intentionality, humility, and complete reliance on Jesus Christ. It is not about perfection but about persistence towards perfecting in seeking Him daily. Hebrews 12:11 reminds us that “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” Surrendering to God’s will may be difficult, but the rewards are eternal.

Reflection Questions

1. In what areas of your life do you feel out of alignment with God’s will?

2. What distractions or personal ambitions may be pulling you away from God’s direction?

3. How can you deepen your relationship with God to better discern His will?

4. What steps can you take today to trust in God’s plan more fully?

   
   

Prayer:

Father, I come before You with a humble heart, seeking to align my life with Your perfect will. Teach me to recognize when I have strayed and give me the strength to turn back to You. Fill my heart with a desire to follow Your ways and to trust in Your plans. Help me to walk in faith, discernment, and humility, leaning on You for guidance each day. Thank You for Your unfailing love and grace. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

Take Action

If you find yourself out of alignment today, take heart. God’s grace is abundant, and His mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). Choose today to realign your thoughts, actions, and desires with His perfect will. Seek Him in prayer, immerse yourself in His Word, and trust in His divine plan for your life. As you do, you will experience the fullness of life that comes from walking in step with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

May we all echo the psalmist’s prayer: “Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; may Your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.” (Psalm 143:10 NLT). Amen.

Be blessed,

Dee Davis