How can I be sure that I am doing the will of God?
1 John 5:14-15
14 And this is the confidence which we have towards him: That, whatsoever we shall ask according to his will, he heareth us. 15 And we know that he heareth us whatsoever we ask: we know that we have the petitions which we request of him.
Matthew 7:21-23
21 Not every one that saith to me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven: but he that doth the will of my Father who is in heaven, he shall enter into the kingdom of heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day: Lord, Lord, have not we prophesied in thy name, and cast out devils in thy name, and done many miracles in thy name? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, you that work iniquity.
Romans 12:2
2 And be not conformed to this world; but be reformed in the newness of your mind, that you may prove what is the good, and the acceptable, and the perfect will of God.
Catholic view (generated):
To discern God's will, pray, study scripture, and seek wise counsel. Be attentive to signs and promptings, trusting in God's guidance. Ultimately, align your decisions with love, justice, and the teachings of the Church.
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