"And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him."
– Colossians 1:9-10a
In this prayer from Paul, we find a rich invitation. He prays that believers be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. Why? So that we can walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, living in a way that is fully pleasing to him.
Paul’s words are a reminder that knowing God’s will isn’t just an intellectual exercise. It’s a transformative experience that shapes our hearts, minds, and choices. Knowing His will and receiving His wisdom and understanding affects the way we live. It molds our character and changes our direction, aligning us more and more with His heart.
This kind of living pleases God. The Lord delights when we seek to know Him deeply and to be shaped by His Spirit. It’s not about striving to earn His love; we already have that in abundance. Rather, it’s about responding to His love with a desire to live fully for Him. We tune into His will, open ourselves to receive His wisdom, and invite Him to guide us.
Holy Spirit, deal with me. Shape me as I seek to know Your will. Fill me with Your wisdom and understanding so that my life may be fully pleasing to You. Amen. May we live in a way that pleases You, letting Your will and wisdom shape every step of our walk.