The Will of God

His Pleasure (Sovereign Will) - Submit
His Purity (Moral Will) - Obey
His Providence (Providential Will) - Observe
His Permission (Permissive Will) - Avoid
His Preference (Specific Will) - Discern

When discerning the Will of God, consider the following factors
• Commanding Scriptures
• Compelling Spirit
• Counsels of Saints
• Circumstantial Signs
• Common Sense
• Consequences