Divine Will Overview

The "gift of living the Divine Will," according to the writings of Luisa Piccarreta, refers to a profound and transformative state of being. It's more than simply doing God's will; it's about living in God's will, allowing the Divine Will to permeate and animate one's entire being and actions.

Here's a breakdown of what this gift entails:

Core Concepts:

• Union with God's Will: It signifies a deep fusion of the human will with the Divine Will, where God's desires and purposes become the driving force in a person's life.

• Living as God Lives: Instead of merely conforming to external commands, the soul participates in God's own way of acting, loving, and being in the world. It's about allowing Jesus to live His life within the individual.

• One Single Will: The goal is to reach a state where there is essentially one will operating – the Divine Will – with the human will willingly and consciously aligning itself with it.

• A New and Divine Holiness: This gift is seen as a path to a higher level of sanctity, surpassing even that of great saints who primarily focused on doing God's will. It's considered a restoration of the original harmony between God and humanity as experienced by Adam and Eve before the fall.

• Reigning with Jesus: Living in the Divine Will is described as "reigning" with Jesus, in contrast to simply "complying with His orders" like a servant. It implies a share in God's dominion and action.

• Having God's Will as One's Own: The Divine Will is not just something external to be followed, but something that becomes intrinsically part of the individual, almost "at their disposal" to love and act with.

Benefits and Implications:

• Holiness and Sanctification: It's seen as a powerful means of achieving profound holiness, as all actions are rooted in God's own sanctity.

• Spiritual Power and Fruitfulness: By acting with the Divine Will, even ordinary actions take on divine value and have a far greater spiritual impact. The soul can participate in the acts of Jesus and Mary.

• Peace and Tranquility: Aligning with God's perfect will brings inner peace and stability, as one is no longer driven by the anxieties and uncertainties of their own limited will.

• Transformation and Divinization: The individual is transformed making them more Christ-like and allowing them to share in divine life.

• Restoration of Creation: The widespread living in the Divine Will will contribute to the restoration of harmony and peace in the world, fulfilling the longing of creation (Romans 8:19-21).

• Uniting with the Trinity: Living in the Divine Will allows for a deeper union with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, participating in their eternal acts of love and glory.

In essence, the gift of living the Divine Will is a call to move beyond simply obeying God's commands to a state of profound union where one's very being and actions are animated by the Divine Will itself, leading to a transformative and fruitful spiritual life. It's the fulfillment of the Our Father: Thy Will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.