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1/24/18 “HOW DOES GOD DIRECT US?” – Pastor Shane Idleman
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How Does God Direct Us?
LESSONS FROM JONAH pt.1
DIRECTION, DISOBEDIENCE, DISCLOSURE, DETOURS, DISCIPLINE, DELAYS, and DIVINE INTERVENTION.
1:1 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, 2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry out against it; for their wickedness has come up before Me.” 3 But Jonah arose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa, and found a ship going to Tarshish; so he paid the fare, and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord.
DIRECTION – “The word of the Lord came to Jonah.” Was it audible? A deep impression? A word from someone else? Did he have a parchment of the O.T.?
What we do know – It Was The Lord.
THE MOTIVE TEST: Go and help others is often the call – or humble yourself – or go restore something.
Direction often aligns with passion and calling – Jonah was a prophet: “‘I see women coming to my home for mentoring’, one women says.” “I see a solid Bible study group developing and curriculum.” “I see myself on foreign soil.”
THE BIBLICAL TEST: You may not feel led to do things that are clearly outlined in His will – “when you give; when you pray; when you fast.”
THE HOLY SPIRIT TEST: Is there peace and assurance?
THE COUNSEL TEST: There is safety in godly counsel. I can’t think of one time I went against it, but it’s not bullet-proof.
An open door isn’t always the right door.
THE WISDOM TEST: Is it wise? I don’t mean doesn’t it make sense financially, but is it wise – “Wisdom is the principal thing.” Not wise from our view, but God’s.
THE WAITING TEST: “Those who wait [not rush] on the Lord will renew their strength.” Buying a house, or a car, or major decisions – often, it’s not rushed.
THE PRAYER TEST: Have you been praying? God show me vs God here is what I’m doing.
A Word About Words – 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, “Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good.” They don’t lead, but confirm, reinforce, and/or convict.
Much of what we believe comes from who we listen to as well as our experiences.
Like me standing at the base of a wall – my daughter’s going to jump into my hands. She can see my hands just like I see the principals in the Word of God, but when she hears the Father speak, it brings tremendous comfort, boldness, and faith.
AGAIN – 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, “Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good.” They don’t lead, but confirm, reinforce, or convict.
EXAMPLE FROM WCF – Leaving a very good job to help young women.
WISDOM: Did God tell you to do something or did someone else? Look at the character of the person offering an opportunity –
WAIT: It’s when we are rushed, perplexed, and confused that we rush ahead – “roll the dice.”
Pray – “God, I need to know if this is from You. I’m going to stay, pray,
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Complete Sermon Notes
How Does God Direct Us?
LESSONS FROM JONAH pt.1
DIRECTION, DISOBEDIENCE, DISCLOSURE, DETOURS, DISCIPLINE, DELAYS, and DIVINE INTERVENTION.
1:1 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, 2 “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry out against it; for their wickedness has come up before Me.” 3 But Jonah arose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa, and found a ship going to Tarshish; so he paid the fare, and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord.
DIRECTION – “The word of the Lord came to Jonah.” Was it audible? A deep impression? A word from someone else? Did he have a parchment of the O.T.?
What we do know – It Was The Lord.
THE MOTIVE TEST: Go and help others is often the call – or humble yourself – or go restore something.
Direction often aligns with passion and calling – Jonah was a prophet: “‘I see women coming to my home for mentoring’, one women says.” “I see a solid Bible study group developing and curriculum.” “I see myself on foreign soil.”
THE BIBLICAL TEST: You may not feel led to do things that are clearly outlined in His will – “when you give; when you pray; when you fast.”
THE HOLY SPIRIT TEST: Is there peace and assurance?
THE COUNSEL TEST: There is safety in godly counsel. I can’t think of one time I went against it, but it’s not bullet-proof.
An open door isn’t always the right door.
THE WISDOM TEST: Is it wise? I don’t mean doesn’t it make sense financially, but is it wise – “Wisdom is the principal thing.” Not wise from our view, but God’s.
THE WAITING TEST: “Those who wait [not rush] on the Lord will renew their strength.” Buying a house, or a car, or major decisions – often, it’s not rushed.
THE PRAYER TEST: Have you been praying? God show me vs God here is what I’m doing.
A Word About Words – 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, “Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good.” They don’t lead, but confirm, reinforce, and/or convict.
Much of what we believe comes from who we listen to as well as our experiences.
Like me standing at the base of a wall – my daughter’s going to jump into my hands. She can see my hands just like I see the principals in the Word of God, but when she hears the Father speak, it brings tremendous comfort, boldness, and faith.
AGAIN – 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, “Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good.” They don’t lead, but confirm, reinforce, or convict.
EXAMPLE FROM WCF – Leaving a very good job to help young women.
WISDOM: Did God tell you to do something or did someone else? Look at the character of the person offering an opportunity –
WAIT: It’s when we are rushed, perplexed, and confused that we rush ahead – “roll the dice.”
Pray – “God, I need to know if this is from You. I’m going to stay, pray,