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In Christianity, decision-making is often a mystified topic. Life is full of choices, and sin complicates matters. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar discuss how Scripture provides a much more straightforward way forward. Making God-honoring decisions isn\u2019t about unlocking a secret code\u2014it\u2019s about having confidence in God\u2019s sovereignty. The heart of a believer is to walk in communion with God in every aspect of life, not just in moments of uncertainty. When someone fully surrenders to Christ, God will carry them. Walking in the fear of the Lord and maintaining a reverent awe of who He is brings clarity. When someone lives for God\u2019s glory, every decision is filtered through that lens.<\/span><\/p>\n

The wisdom of God isn\u2019t hidden; it\u2019s available in His Word. The guys emphasize how we often overcomplicate things when Scripture is always sufficient. The more time someone spends in the Bible, the more their decisions reflect God\u2019s heart. The world may pressure and mislead, but believers stay focused on Christ. Practically, decision-making often involves affinity (what someone loves), ability (what someone is good at), and opportunity (which doors are opening). The church plays a vital role here\u2014believers need objective counsel. There\u2019s wisdom in a multitude of counselors. The guys remind believers to avoid surrounding themselves with yes men. Everyone needs people who aren\u2019t impressed by them and will speak the truth in love.<\/span><\/p>\n

Making unpopular decisions is difficult. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to establish convictions before the moment arrives. The more someone immerses themselves in Scripture and community, the easier it becomes to stand firm. Even when alone, a believer is never truly alone\u2014God is with them. Understanding God\u2019s Word also clarifies options in a beneficial way. Don\u2019t ask God for direction while ignoring what He has already revealed. If God seems silent, perhaps He has already spoken, and now it\u2019s time for obedience. The Bible serves as the instruction manual. As leaders, especially husbands, decisions should reflect God’s will instead of self-interest. Husbands are called to lead, but not alone; wives are given to help discern God\u2019s direction. Leadership is service\u2014first to God, then to others.<\/span><\/p>\n

The world says to follow your heart, but the Bible states that the heart is deceitful. God-honoring decisions stem from God-saturated minds. Those who seek wisdom must ask God for it and immerse themselves in His Word. Surrounding oneself with praying, honest believers is important. As the guys remind Christians, faith is a refusal to panic. Wait on the Lord. Trust His ways over your own. Cry out to Him because He knows more than we ever will.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The guys discuss how decision-making becomes clearer when guided by Scripture, a reverent fear of the Lord, and a heart fully surrendered to God’s will. Wisdom does not come from following emotions; instead, it comes from immersing the mind in God’s Word.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":460895,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","tags":[12329,11725,132],"post_series":[],"podcast_series":[12140],"speaker":[11188,11189,11190,11187],"podcast_topics":[12328,11311,11277],"class_list":["post-460894","episode","type-episode","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-decisions","tag-scripture","tag-wisdom","podcast_series-season-4","speaker-emeal-zwayne","speaker-mark-spence","speaker-oscar-navarro","speaker-ray-comfort","podcast_topics-decisions","podcast_topics-scripture","podcast_topics-wisdom","entry","has-media"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nEp. 349 - How to Make God-Honoring Decisions in Life - Living Waters<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The guys discuss how decision-making becomes clearer when guided by Scripture, a reverent fear of the Lord, and a heart fully surrendered to God's will. 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