Just me trying to be honest with God.

How to discover God’s will for my life

1.Tell God outright I want His will first, and mean it. 2.Make sure I am already doing what I know is His will. 3.Read and reflect on His word every day. 4.Seek wise counsel from godly people. 5.Consider what gifts He has given to me, and use them. 6.Watch Him open and close doors. 7.Trust the process.

“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” Rom.12.2 “Conversations Within” ts 8/4/25



Add value to the lives of others.

Chances are that if I am not adding value to others, I am probably subtracting from it. The reason is because I had an opportunity to benefit someone and I withheld it.

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Prov.3.27 “Conversations Within” ts 8/3/25



“The real labor is… to come awake. Still more, to remain awake.” C.S. Lewis

Find the proper focus, then abide in it. What is the proper focus? Jesus has convinced me that loving God and loving others is spot on where lasting joy is concerned . I want this love to be the dynamic that defines my journey.

“My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.” Jesus “Conversations Within” ts 8/3/25



If something doesn’t sound right, it probably isn’t

Living on a sailboat and cruising in a van has taught me to check out every noise that doesn’t sound quite right. I always find that something is broken or starting to break and I better give it attention. This is true in relationships as well. Maintenance is an essential skill for a happy home.

“Through laziness, the rafters sag; because of idle hands, the house leaks.” Ecc.10.18 “Conversations Within” ts 8/2/25



Does the way I live my faith prompt questions from others?

Always being ready to give an answer about my faith, strongly implies that I wait for a question, not just spout out answers to everyone passing by.  If no one is questioning me about my hopes as a Christian, I may want to reconsider how I am living them.

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” 1Pet.3.15 “Conversations Within” ts 7/30/25