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How to Really
Know the Will of God

by Richard L. Strauss, Ph.D.
Biblical Studies Press
www.bible.org　
1997

Contents
The Time Is Now

PART ONE:　 GOD’S PERFECT PLAN
Chapter 1:　 The Game Plan
Chapter 2:　 All Your Ways
Chapter 3:　 He Will Be Our Guide
Chapter 4:　 One Step at a Time

PART TWO:　 YOUR PERSONAL PREPARATION
Chapter 5:　 Knowing the Shepherd
Chapter 6:　 Not My Will
Chapter 7:　 The Renewed Mind

PART THREE:　 GOD’S PRIMARY PROVISION
Chapter 8:　 Equipped for the Journey
Chapter 9:　 This is the Will of God
Chapter 10:　 Charting the Course
Chapter 11:　 But I Felt Led

　

PART FOUR:　 OTHER PRACTICAL PRINCIPLES
Chapter 12:　 Ask God
Chapter 13:　 Flashing Lights and Clanging Bells
Chapter 14:　 Use Your Head
Chapter 15:　 Peace Like a River
Chapter 16:　 Right Where You Are

Synopsis

"How to Really Know the Will of God" by Richard Strauss is a spiritual guide that aims to help believers discern God's will amidst the complexities and uncertainties of life. Drawing from biblical principles, personal experience, and theological insights, Strauss emphasizes the importance of cultivating a close relationship with God to understand His divine plan for each individual.

The book begins by addressing common misconceptions about knowing God's will. Many people assume that it involves dramatic signs, visions, or specific revelations. Strauss clarifies that God's will is often revealed through a combination of Scripture, inner conviction, and circumstances aligned with biblical truth. He stresses that understanding God's will is not a matter of seeking extraordinary signs but developing a sensitivity to His gentle guidance.

A central theme of the book is the importance of surrender and submission to God's sovereignty. Strauss asserts that a genuine desire to do God's will must be accompanied by humility and a willingness to accept God's timing and methods. He warns against making rash decisions based solely on personal desires or external pressures, emphasizing instead the importance of patience and prayerful discernment.

Strauss advocates for a systematic approach to discerning God's will, which includes consistent Bible study, prayer, and listening to the Holy Spirit. He encourages believers to meditate on Scripture, as God's Word is the primary means by which He reveals His character and intentions. Prayer is presented as a vital dialogue—an opportunity to seek clarity and peace about decisions, rather than merely presenting requests.

The book also explores the role of circumstances, urging believers to recognize God's handiwork in everyday life. Strauss suggests that God often guides through open and closed doors, providential timing, and the confirmation of wise counsel. Nonetheless, he cautions against making decisions solely based on circumstances without aligning them with biblical principles.

Another significant aspect discussed is the importance of personal character and integrity. Strauss emphasizes that those who seek God's will must cultivate qualities like humility, obedience, and a heart committed to righteousness. Such virtues create a receptive environment for God's guidance and foster discernment.

Throughout the book, Strauss shares practical examples and testimonies illustrating how believers have successfully discerned God's will in various situations—such as career choices, relationships, and ministry endeavors. These stories serve to reinforce that discerning God's will is a process rooted in faith, patience, and obedience.

In conclusion, "How to Really Know the Will of God" encourages believers to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty. Strauss reminds readers that God's will is ultimately for their good and His glory. He advocates a humble, prayerful, and Scripture-centered approach to decision-making, emphasizing that understanding God's will is a journey of spiritual growth rather than a one-time event. By cultivating a close relationship with God and aligning one's life with biblical truth, believers can confidently navigate life's choices, assured that they are walking in God's divine purpose.

The Time Is Now

Every child of God faces decisions. Rarely do we get through an entire day without being confronted with many different choices—most of them minor, some of them major. Is there any guarantee that we can consistently do the right thing?

Not many people get interested in the subject of divine guidance until they face a decision of supreme importance. By then it may be too late. We prepare ourselves to handle the big decisions of life by dealing properly with the small ones. So the way to prepare for the major crossroads of the future is to begin learning in the present. The time to think about this subject is now.

And God has help available. His Word is filled with practical suggestions for making proper choices. This book is an attempt to bring that information together for your encouragement and assistance. In the words of the prophet Isaiah, "This is the way, walk ye in it" (Isa_30:21).

This book was originally published in 1979 by Tyndale House under the title, Decisions! Decisions! How God Shows the Way. It has been scanned and is used by permission.

Richard L. Strauss, was a 1954 graduate of Wheaton College, and received his Th.M. (1958) and Th.D. (1962) degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary. Richard authored nine books, and served as pastor of churches in Fort Worth, TX, Huntsville, AL. He was pastor of Emmanuel Faith Community Church in Escondido, CA from 1972 to 1993 when the Lord called him home.

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