July 1, 2010
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.-Proverbs 3:5
The first rule in making the decisions of life is to trust in the Lord and not in your own thinking. He knows the best choice and has often revealed in clear words or story his immutable direction. Always trust His word above your own reasoning. There is danger in our own wisdom when our lives require us to deal with an unruly child, an unfair boss, or a rebellious spouse. God’s ways often do not make sense to us until we have obeyed. Mark 4:24: “Consider carefully what you hear…” He continues, “With the measure you use, it will be measured to you—and even more.”
When there is no direct and clear, “Thus saith the Lord,” it is then that there may be legitimate uncertainty in decision making. At these times I have found it helpful to weigh the pro’s and con’s of the decision as well as discuss it with godly friends or leaders. I then have a little talk with God and let Him know that I do not know which decision is best. I tell Him that I am going to make the best decision I can, and that I will trust Him to block it if it is not best. I can rest in the knowledge that He will do what is best for me. I then make the decision and live with it (quietly) for 24 hours. I then make the opposite decision and live with it for another 24 hours. Generally it becomes clear by that time which decision is the best one, and I move forward knowing that God will block it or change it as He knows best.
It is good to trust in the LORD with all my heart, to fear the LORD, and to depart from evil.
Wise words from
-Dr. George Guthrie
See you next week as we pray about being open to God’s Word!
