Psalm 32:8. NKJV
Today, someone needs to make a decision and it's quite a big one - one that has the ability to change the direction of your life. If that is you, what decision will you make?
Some people want others to make the decisions for them, it's easier that way. Really though, this is a form of denial and a lack of responsibility. It may have been this way the whole of the person's life. In Transactional Analysis, the person who wants others to make decisions for them, fits into the Child Ego State. In this state, behaviours, thoughts and feelings are replayed from childhood. A parent or other responsible person, has always made the decisions and this has taken the responsibility from the person's shoulders. However, there comes a time - and that may be now - when transfer to the Adult Ego state is needed, so that the person learns to make their own decisions. This may not be easy at first, but it is essential to sound living. The majority of people struggle with making the right decision. After-all, it may change the whole course of their life. The choices we make today usually determine where we will be tomorrow.
So what is the best decision making strategy? Well, for believers, the best way forward is consulting with God. He knows the right way. As the above verse tells us, 'I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will guide you with My eye.' This statement, straightaway conveys a message - we have to seek God and ask Him:
'Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and Lean not on your own understanding; (6) in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.' Proverbs 3:5-6
Now if this is you, it is where your faith has to come into affect. Everything we ask God for is a faith request. 'For we walk by faith, not by sight.' 2 Corinthians 5:7. This is the moment when we have to say, 'I trust You Jesus,' and then take the plunge.
For those who are not really used to making decisions, or who may procrastinate, it's time to bite the bullet, stand tall and begin to put your trust in Him. If you're not certain about what you should be doing, don't rush into things. Instead, ask God to close the door if it is not His will for you. But do make the decision one way or the other.
Charles F Stanley says:
'If you want your life to be the very best it can be, you must put your full faith in God - rejecting your own limited perspective and honouring Him in every area of your life. This is the heart of Godly living - you must submit to the Lord's direction, knowing that He has the answer to your every need and is faithful to provide it.' Philippians 4:19.
So make it a priority to talk with God about this and allow Him to help you make a good decision.
Copyriight 2020 Grahame Howard
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