Desiring God's Will

We overhear Jesus prayer in the garden of Gethsemane--"not my will, but thine be done"--but have trouble honestly making it our own. (from the Introduction)Most people think of Gods will as something to be found or as the receiving of guidance from God when making decisions. We assume that if we just knew what God wanted, wed do it. Too often, however, the problem is not that we dont know what God desires for our lives, but rather that we just dont want to do what we already know he wants. Sometimes, though, we try to live the Christian life out of sheer self-determination and grit, only to discover that our will is not sufficient to sustain us. How might our wills be changed so that we become both willing and able to do what God asks of us?In Desiring Gods Will psychologist and spiritual director David G. Benner explores the transformation of the will in Christian spirituality. He examines why our desires are disordered and how our human volition can be brought into alignment with Gods intentions so that we willingly choose that which God wants for us. In so doing, Benner shows us that cultivating discernment and being attuned to Gods desires is the path to true life, spiritual health and freedom.Godwants to change our choosing, not just our choices. By aligning our hearts with Gods, we will find liberation from the kingdom of self and instead experience the joy of the kingdom of God.