The Will of God (Educational Lesson)
Lesson notes • Saturday, April 4, 2026 • 9:20 PM
Learning Objectives
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Explain what the Bible teaches about God’s will in core areas (salvation, Spiritfilled living, sanctification, obedience, wise choices).
Identify common misunderstandings and fears about the will of God.
Apply biblical principles to personal decision-making.
Key Terms
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God’s will: What God desires and commands, revealed in Scripture and applied
by wisdom.
Salvation: God’s rescue of sinners through Jesus Christ.
Sanctification: Growing in holiness—learning to live set apart for God.
Spirit-filled: Living under the influence and guidance of the Holy Spirit
(Ephesians 5:18).
Warm-up (Opening Questions)
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What do you usually ask the Lord when you face decisions?
Is it okay to ask God about my decisions? Why or why not?
How can a Christian know and do the will of God? Is God leading your life?
Have you ever been afraid of the will of God?
Main Teaching: Five Biblical Priorities in God’s Will
Before we ask God for guidance on specific choices (school, work, moving,
relationships), Scripture highlights several areas where God’s will is already clear.
These priorities shape how we listen, decide, and live.
1) God Wants Your Salvation
Example: Judas and many in Jerusalem. Some who once shouted “Hosanna to the Son
of David” later demanded, “Kill Him and free Barabbas.”
Discussion: Why did they turn against Jesus?
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They were waiting for a king—a warrior who would save them from the Roman
Empire.
Reflect: What are you expecting from God?
Scripture focus: Jesus came “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10).
Supporting passages:
2 Peter 3:9, "En realidad, no es que el Señor sea lento para cumplir su promesa, como
algunos piensan. Al contrario, es paciente por amor a ustedes. No quiere que nadie sea
destruido; quiere que todos se arrepientan"
1 Tim 2:3-4, "Porque esto es bueno y agradable delante de Dios nuestro Salvador, 4 el
cual quiere que todos los hombres sean salvos y vengan al pleno conocimiento[a] de la
verdad".
2) The Lord Wants Us Active and Spirit-Filled
Why would God show us additional guidance if we ignore what He has already revealed
in Scripture?
Efesios 5:18 "Sean llenos del Espiritu Santo"
Two important facts:
1. Believers have the Holy Spirit; we are not waiting for Pentecost (Romans 8:9).
2. The Holy Spirit lives in us (1 Corinthians 6:19).
Rom 8:9 "Sin embargo, ustedes no están en la carne sino en el Espíritu, si en verdad el
Espíritu de Dios habita en ustedes. Pero si alguien no tiene el Espíritu de Cristo, el tal
no es de Él."
1 Cor 6:9 "19 ¿O no saben que su cuerpo es templo[a] del Espíritu Santo que está en
ustedes, el cual tienen de Dios, y que ustedes no se pertenecen a sí mismos?"
Guiding question: How do I stay filled with the Holy Spirit?
Colossians 3:16, "Que la palabra de Cristo[p] habite en abundancia en ustedes, con
toda sabiduría enseñándose y amonestándose unos a otros con salmos, himnos y
canciones espirituales, cantando a Dios con acción de gracias[q] en sus corazones. 17
Y todo lo que hagan, de palabra o de hecho, háganlo todo en el nombre del Señor
Jesús, dando gracias por medio de Él a Dios el Padre."
3) God Wants Our Sanctification
Scripture focus: 1 Tesalonicenses 4:3–7
3 Porque esta es la voluntad de Dios: su santificación; es decir, que se abstengan de
inmoralidad sexual[c]; 4 que cada uno de ustedes sepa cómo poseer su propio vaso[d]
en santificación y honor, 5 no en pasión degradante, como los gentiles que no conocen
a Dios.
6 Que nadie peque ni defraude a su hermano en este asunto, porque el Señor es el
vengador en todas estas cosas, como también antes les dijimos y advertimos
solemnemente. 7 Porque Dios no nos ha llamado a impureza, sino a[e] santificación.
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Control your body and subdue your passions.
o We might ask: “Where are the limits?” or “¿Qué tanto es tantito?”
Treat others fairly / trata a los demás con honestidad.
1 Corinthians 6:12 "Todas las cosas me son lícitas, pero no todas son de provecho.
Todas las cosas me son lícitas, pero yo no me dejaré dominar por ninguna."
Common Questions About Guidance Today
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Why is it uncommon today to hear people speak about “the voice of the Lord”?
Why doesn’t God tell me whom I will marry?
Why doesn’t God show me what will happen next (e.g., whether my idea will be
successful, or whether I should move to another city)?
4) God Wants Our Obedience
Personal reflection: This is one of my least favorite “will of God” requirements—yet it is
clearly taught in Scripture.
1 Peter 2:13–17 "13 Sométanse, por causa del Señor, a toda institución humana, ya
sea al rey como autoridad, 14 o a los gobernadores como enviados por él para castigo
de los malhechores y alabanza de los que hacen el bien. 15 Porque esta es la voluntad
de Dios: que[l] haciendo bien, ustedes hagan enmudecer la ignorancia de los hombres
insensatos.
16 Anden como libres, pero no usen la libertad como pretexto[m] para la maldad, sino
empléenla como siervos de Dios. 17 Honren a todos, amen a los hermanos[n], teman[o]
a Dios, honren al rey[p].
Application question: Why has the Lord placed you where you are right now (home,
work, school, city)?
5) In Many Decisions, It’s Up to You (Wisdom and Responsibility)
Not every choice comes with a specific verse or a special sign. As we pursue salvation,
Spirit-filled living, sanctification, and obedience, we can make wise decisions—seeking
counsel, praying, and choosing what best honors Christ.
Review & Discussion
1. Which of the five priorities is most challenging for you right now? Why?
2. What is one expectation you have placed on God that might not match Scripture?
3. How does being “filled with the Spirit” relate to being “filled with the Word”
(Colossians 3:16)?
4. What boundaries help you pursue sanctification in your daily life?
5. Choose one decision you are currently facing. Which biblical principles apply,
and what is your next wise step?
Closing
Summary: God’s will is not mainly a mystery to solve; it is a life to live. When we follow
what He has clearly revealed—salvation, Spirit-filled living, sanctification, and
obedience—we are better prepared to make wise choices in the areas where Scripture
gives freedom.