The will of the Devil is to steal, kill and destroy; the will of Death is to cause fear, arouse worry and rob the joy of life; the will of Sin is to separate from God and bring curse in place of blessing. The World and the Self listens to and follows these enemies.
The will of God is to continually give and graciously restore an abundant life of perfect peace, abounding joy, and endless love. The inner spirit and the New Man listens to and follows this Shepherd and Friend.
Since both Friend and Enemy are present with us at all times I can turn to one or the other any time. My heart says what God says, “Your Face, O Lord, I will seek,” meaning “I will enter into your presence in the very presence of my enemies.” When I do so I escape fear, doubt, worry, danger, trouble, cruelty and devouring, and I find light, salvation, strength, confidence, safety, mercy, beauty, help, goodness and living. The answer comes: wait for the Lord!