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How do we know if the decisions we’re making align with God’s will? When Alex found himself asking this question, it led him to a book that changed his life: “Decision Making and the Will of God.” And in this episode, Alex talks with the book’s author, Dr. Garry Friesen. Dr. Friesen explains the two prevailing views of God’s will and unpacks his four-part framework for wise decision making. He also shares insights about how we can apply this framework as business leaders. This episode is full of so much wisdom; you won’t want to miss it!
Episode Recap:
Today we’re talking with Garry Friesen about his book that changed Alex’s life: “Decision Making and the Will of God” (0:01:04)
What inspired you to write a book about God’s will and decision making? (0:03:34)
Can you explain the traditional view of God’s will? (0:09:34)
What happens when someone lives by the traditional view? (0:19:27)
What are the principles of wise decision making? (0:33:08)
How does decision making connect to servant leadership? (0:59:09)
What does it look like to empower others to make decisions? (1:05:47)
What is wisdom, and can contemplative prayer help us get it? (1:16:37)
What role do our desires play in understanding God’s will? (1:28:22)
How do we know when it’s time to leave the details up to God? (1:33:00)
Resources:
“Decision Making and the Will of God” by Garry Friesen
Donate to All the Bible in Community (ABC)
Try Path for Growth 1on1 Coaching Free for 14 Days
Download the Free Reading Guide
Connect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram
Show Notes
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How do we know if the decisions we’re making align with God’s will? When Alex found himself asking this question, it led him to a book that changed his life: “Decision Making and the Will of God.” And in this episode, Alex talks with the book’s author, Dr. Garry Friesen. Dr. Friesen explains the two prevailing views of God’s will and unpacks his four-part framework for wise decision making. He also shares insights about how we can apply this framework as business leaders. This episode is full of so much wisdom; you won’t want to miss it!
Episode Recap:
- Today we’re talking with Garry Friesen about his book that changed Alex’s life: “Decision Making and the Will of God” (0:01:04)
- What inspired you to write a book about God’s will and decision making? (0:03:34)
- Can you explain the traditional view of God’s will? (0:09:34)
- What happens when someone lives by the traditional view? (0:19:27)
- What are the principles of wise decision making? (0:33:08)
- How does decision making connect to servant leadership? (0:59:09)
- What does it look like to empower others to make decisions? (1:05:47)
- What is wisdom, and can contemplative prayer help us get it? (1:16:37)
- What role do our desires play in understanding God’s will? (1:28:22)
- How do we know when it’s time to leave the details up to God? (1:33:00)
Resources:
“Decision Making and the Will of God” by Garry Friesen
Donate to All the Bible in Community (ABC)
Try Path for Growth 1on1 Coaching Free for 14 Days
Download the Free Reading Guide
Connect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram
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