Will of God Part 4

About this episode

David Sommerdorf explores the biblical foundations of understanding God's will, focusing on salvation and sanctification.

In this episode of Wisdom from the Word , David Sommerdorf explores the biblical foundations of understanding God's will. By examining Colossians 1:9 and Ephesians 5:17, the message teaches that God's Word is the divine revelation through which believers can understand His heart and thoughts. Sommerdorf explains that God's primary desire for all people is salvation, which is described as the greatest discovery a person can make. Following salvation, the focus shifts to sanctification, which the scriptures define as the second great desire of God. The discussion clarifies that sanctification involves being both cleansed from sin and set apart for a special, dedicated purpose rather than common use. Listeners will learn about the three dimensions of sanctification: the positional cleansing that occurs at salvation, the practical growth in holiness during one's daily life, and the future perfection experienced upon entering heaven. Ultimately, the message reinforces that while knowing God's will is vital, the greatest achievement is actively doing it.

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Hosts: David Sommerdorf, Sommerdorf

Topics covered

• God's will
• salvation
• sanctification
• biblical foundations

Keywords

• Colossians 1:9
• Ephesians 5:17
• divine revelation
• cleansed from sin
• dedicated purpose

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Will of God, Wisdom from the Word

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