In this sermon, Ridley Barron preached about discerning God's will for our lives, drawing on insights from Acts chapter 1. He highlighted the significance of prayer and seeking God's will, not only for personal guidance but also for its impact on the Kingdom of God. Barron differentiated between God's moral/revealed will and His sovereign/concealed will, urging adherence to the clear instructions found in Scripture. With personal anecdotes and biblical context, he provided practical steps on how to find God's will, including the importance of wise counsel, gathering information, and trusting in God's sovereignty. He called for immediate obedience to God's commands, offering a prayer for the courage to make obedient choices, and emphasized using intelligence in decision-making processes, guided by God, without being reckless. Barron encouraged listeners to use their talents and experiences for God's glory, stressing the power of consistent prayer and the role of community in living out the Christian faith.

Timestamps:

00:00 Finding freedom in discerning God's will.

07:13 Peter reassures believers about God's plan.

09:46 Establishing church through crucial eyewitness testimony by men.

12:46 Prayer should be ongoing, simple, and motivated.

15:21 Considering Peter's perspective on the season.

21:19 Responsible for obeying God's revealed will.

22:43 Scripture holds answers, no soul mate concept.

28:20 Pray, seek God, live like Jesus, trust.

32:10 Communicate openly and support each other mutually.

33:59 Seek wise counsel from church, life groups.

37:53 Believe in God, embrace your experiences, help others.

39:47 Find God through submission, salvation, and grace.

42:30 Submission to Jesus' commands through prayer. Amen.