#3 - Biblical Principles For Making Wise Decisions

#3 — Don’t be fearfully pressured to make a premature decision

“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.” (Col. 3:15 ESV)

Don’t let the fear of missing out drive your decision

Beware of the “once in a lifetime” deal and the lure of instant gratification. Many who have made important decisions too quickly have later said, “I knew I shouldn’t have made that decision, but I went against my gut feeling anyway!” Listen to your inner voice. Remember the age old advice, “When in doubt, don’t! And, the Bible instruction, “Let the peace of God rule” — If there is no peace about it, don’t do it!

“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.”

Do not be anxious about your decision

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:6-7ESV)

Slow down and wait

“…it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, and he who makes haste with his feet errs.” (Prov. 19:2)

Be diligent!

“The plans of the diligent lead surely to advantage, but everyone who is hasty comes surely to poverty.” (Prov. 21:5)