The Way of the Will

We strive to do God's Will. Even if we fail and make wrong decisions, our mind is set on His Will, striving for that final destination: Heaven, union with God. An honorable goal, Heaven, but something that should not stand alone...

Recently, I pondered this final destination and God's Will. I discovered that there is much more than just the fianl destination. There is a way of this Will. God wills us to act in a certain way, to think in a certain way, to speak in a certain way. It is one thing to pray that we might be with God in Heaven someday, but it is a full other prayer to pray that we do that the right way. It is right to say that the only thing in life a person should work towards is accomplishing God's Will, but it is essential to know that the 'working towards' part of that entails much, much more.

We should pray that God works through our own self, our being. God, please be in my actions. We should be respectful in our actions to others, showing love and care. God, please be in my words. We should speak to others the Truth. God, please be in my thoughts. We should think and be considerate of others.

It is important to know that this is what God asks of us as well. God recognizes our miniscule actions of love. He also recognizes our actions of spite. He has a way for each of us to accomplish His Will. God does not just say, "Your job is to enter the priesthood. I don't care how you do it as long as you get there. " He did not say, "You will join Me in Heaven some day. I don't care how you do it as long as you get there." He has a plan for our actions, He has a way.

Think of it this way... If Heaven be our destination, what be the road? There are many paths to take. Sure you can take the rocky, bumpy road, but how many more chances do you have of falling off the path, of going astray? Let us find that smooth road, daily, in our thoughts, words, and actions. It is essential. It is the way of the Will.