DECISION MAKING

And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. - Colossians 3:15

While God speaks to us first and foremost through His Word, God also can speak to us through circumstances. Having said that, I also want to say that I don't base my decisions on circumstances alone.

We talk figuratively about doors being opened, but God is not the only one who can open doors. When Jonah disobeyed God, he bought a fare on a boat that was going in the opposite direction.

The devil opened all the doors for Jonah's disobedience. So just because things are coming together circumstantially, does not mean it is God's will.

First, what you are considering needs to be scriptural. It shouldn't violate any clear biblical principles. Then, I believe that if it is God's will, He will confirm it circumstantially. So you need to trust the Lord to direct you.

Secondly, it is important to have the peace of God in your heart. Colossians 3:15 says, "Let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts."

There have been times in your life when you were about to do something but somehow you didn't have peace of God in your heart about it.

Circumstantially, everything looks great. You can't see it violating any Scriptural principles. But there is a sense that you should not do it. That may be the voice of God.

Finally, sometimes it is as simple as the timing. Just as important as the will of God is, the timing of God is crucial. Is the time right for what you want to do?

So as you seek God's will, if the request is right and the timing is right and you are right, then God will say go.

Prayer: Lord, teach me to hear Your voice and show me the path I should take.

Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:1-17