Definition: God willing

Theological Use: Often abbreviated as "D.V.", used to express the hope that something will happen if it is God's will; in biblical contexts, emphasizing respect for the Lord's sovereignty, and appropriate humility in planning for the future.

Scripture References:

James 4:13-15 - Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit”; whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.”

Hebrews 6:3 - And this we will do if God permits.

Pastoral Note: Recognizing our absolute dependence on God, we acknowledge that all of life is subject to His will.