5 Ways to Know if an Open Door is from God ~ Is this from God?

💡 How to know if something is from God: Discover 5 practical, Bible-based ways to test an open door, with Scriptures, a quick guide, FAQs, and a short prayer.

5 Ways to Know if an Open Door is from God ~ Is This from God?

How to know if something is from God or not: 5 Ways to Know if an Open Door is from God.

Are you wondering: Is this opportunity from God? Is this dream from God? Is this desire from God? Is this job from God? Is this relationship from God? Is this leading from God? Is this open door from God?

Bible Verse Of The Day:
Psalm 119:105, ESV: Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
1 Kings 3:9, NKJV: Give to Your servant an understanding heart… that I may discern between good and evil. Amen!

Dear friend, not every open door is from God. Not every good looking opportunity will lead to peace or blessing (Proverbs 14:12). This is not to make you fearful, but to remind you how important it is to trust God, seek God, and rely on God completely.

So, how can you tell if something is really from God? Here are 5 ways to help you discern.

1) Does it require you to be dishonest, deceitful, or unethical?

Proverbs 21:6, TLB: Dishonest gain will never last, so why take the risk?
Proverbs 6:16–19, ESV: There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers.
See also: What Makes God Sad?

2) Does it require you to be hateful, unkind, or inconsiderate to others?

1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV: Let all that you do be done in love.
Related: Let Love Rule Your Life

3) Does it require you to disobey God?

1 John 2:3, ESV: And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments.
Related: Obedience is the proof of our faith in God!

4) Does it strengthen or weaken your witness for Christ?

Does this opportunity push you to act in a way that goes against who you are as a follower of Jesus?
2 Corinthians 5:20a, ESV: Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.
Matthew 5:16, ESV: In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
See also: Bible Verses about Following Christ, Being an Ambassador

5) Does it put pleasing people above pleasing God?

Galatians 1:10, ESV: For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.
Proverbs 3:5–6, NIV: Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
See also: Trusting God; God’s Approval, Pleasing God; Honoring & Glorifying God

🌿 Quick Guide: 5 Tests to Know if an Open Door is From God

Final Scripture Reminders

James 1:5, NLT: If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.
Psalm 37:5, NLT: Commit everything you do to the LORD. Trust him, and he will help you.
Psalm 9:10, ESV: And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Knowing if Something is From God

1. How can I know if an opportunity is truly from God?
You can test it against God’s word, pray for discernment, and look at the fruit it produces. If it requires dishonesty, disobedience, or leads you away from peace in Christ, it is not from God. James 1:5 encourages you to ask God for wisdom – God gives generously.

2. What role does prayer play in discerning God’s will?
Prayer is essential. Through prayer, you invite God into the decision making process. Prayer aligns your heart with God’s will and helps you recognize God’s guidance. Philippians 4:6–7 reminds us that prayer brings peace that surpasses all understanding.

3. Can God use closed doors to guide me?
Yes. Closed doors are just as important as open ones. They protect you from paths that may harm you or take you away from God’s plan. Trust that when God closes a door, God is redirecting you to something better. See also: Open and Closed Doors in the Bible.

4. What if the opportunity seems good but feels wrong inside?
That unease could be the Holy Spirit prompting you to wait or reconsider. God’s Spirit brings peace, not confusion. If your heart feels restless or unsettled, it may be a sign to pause and seek more clarity from God.

5. How can I grow in discernment so I don’t miss God’s leading?
Discernment grows through studying Scripture, consistent prayer, and walking closely with God daily. The more you know God’s word and listen for God’s voice, the easier it becomes to recognize God’s leading. Hebrews 5:14 reminds us that mature believers train themselves to distinguish good from evil.

🙏 Let’s Pray Together

Dear Lord, please fill us with your peace, and help us remember that it always pays to follow and depend on you. Remind us daily that wisdom comes from you. Give us a spirit of discernment, wisdom, and open eyes so we can recognize and follow where you are leading. May we always remain in the center of your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

🔗 See Also: More Encouraging Scriptures from JollyNotes.com

✦ Open and Closed Doors in the Bible
✦ 30 Bible Verses About Trusting God
✦ Wisdom Comes from God
✦ Bible Verses About God’s Will and Guidance
✦ Trusting God to Guide You: 12 Bible Verses About God’s Guidance & Direction

✨ Keep trusting God, dear friend. God will guide your steps, open the right doors, and close the wrong ones. ✨

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Thanks for reading, Dear Friends!
Have a wonderfully blessed, stress-free, productive, and joyful day!
Much Love & Blessings,
Bomi Jolly ~ JollyNotes.com