Is Opportunity Divine Permission?

Provision may give the impression of opportunity. But opportunity is not enough to signal divine permission to do something. Organizational leaders and managers must learn to look deeper. When seeking to discern permission regarding any issue, one must consider not only provision for the opportunity but also divine revelation. One must apply relevant scriptural values, principles, and practices to the situation. God works congruent with his nature and calls us to work accordingly. Therefore, it is wisdom to assess opportunities against the norms of Scripture. When opportunity aligns with Scripture, we can be more confident that we are discerning the will of God. This is the proper way to lead and manage organizations.