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PROGRAM D-7708
If you’re facing a tough decision, I have some very useful help for you so you can make the best decision, and its right from God’s Word. Making tough decisions, the ones that have lasting impact for good or not so good need God’s guidance.
We saw from James 1:5 that we should first and foremost ask God for wisdom. Here’s another verse with good advice:
- Psalm 37:7: Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.
Sometimes when you are pressed to make a tough decision, there’s the temptation to be quick and presumptuous instead of waiting on God. That certainly has been my way of operating far too often. Being still before God means that we will have periods when it seems like nothing is happening. Sometimes it’s a timing issue; we want to move now but God knows it’s better to wait. You may not think anything is happening, but God is working behind-the-scenes for you. So, pray for wisdom and then be still and wait before the Lord for his timing.
Remember that waiting before the Lord means exactly that—spending time in his presence, in his word, in prayer and finding strength and courage because you’ve spent time with God. Don’t skip this step. It’s really important when you’re facing tough decisions.
- Proverbs 19:20: Listen to advice and accept instruction, and at the end you will be counted among the wise.
Scripture teaches us to seek help when we’re facing tough decisions. However, it’s important to seek help from those who walk closely with God. Proverbs 13:20 says: “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.”
Another proverb tells us to: “make plans by seeking advice; if you wage war, obtain guidance” (Proverbs 20:18).
So, you need to seek advice from the right people—godly people who have a track record of walking with God, and who lean heavily on God’s truth in offering advice or help.