Your will be done on earth as in heaven.
What is God's will for our lives? Often we speak of this in terms of the direction our lives might take. Should I accept this new job opportunity? What will I major in at the university? Is this the person I should marry? What direction should my life now take? But for Luther, God's will is not so much about direction, as it is about living in a strong and secure relationship with God. He writes, "...whenever God strengthens us and keeps us in his word and in faith until the end of our lives. This is God's good and gracious will." There is much that hinders us from living in that relationship. Luther identifies the devil, the world, and our sinful flesh as the main enemies. So, it is always a battle to remain in God's will. But the victory is already won through the grace of God in Jesus Christ. Knowing that, we can boldly pray that God will daily strengthen us, keep us in his word, and grant us faith until life's end. This is the will of God.
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