will of God

Definition

The “will of God” refers to God’s desires and plans.

• God’s will especially relates to his interactions with people and how he wants people to respond to him.
• It also refers to his plans or desires for the rest of his creation.
• The term to “will” means to “determine” or to “desire.”

Translation Suggestions

• The “will of God” could also be translated as “what God desires” or “what God has planned” or “God’s purpose” or “what is pleasing to God.”

Bible References

• 1 John 2:15-17
• 1 Thessalonians 4:3-6
• Colossians 4:12-14
• Ephesians 1:1-2
• John 5:30-32
• Mark 3:33-35
• Matthew 6:8-10
• Psalms 103:21

Word Data

• Strong’s: H6310, H6634, H7522, G10120, G10130, G23070, G23080, G23090, G25960