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<h1>Making Wise Decisions</h1>

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<h3>Following God’s wisdom when choices are unclear</h3>

<p class="lead dropcap">Life regularly places us at crossroads where the right path isn’t obvious. The options may all seem reasonable, or none may seem good at all. In those moments, Scripture reminds us that wisdom is not primarily about having more information—it’s about trusting God’s guidance when clarity is lacking.</p>

<h3>Wisdom begins with dependence on God</h3>

<p>The Bible distinguishes between human cleverness and godly wisdom.</p>

<div class="scripture">*“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding”*<span class="ref">— (Proverbs 3:5)</span></div>

<p>When choices are unclear, our instinct is often to rely on logic, emotion, or past experience alone. God’s wisdom calls us first to dependence—to acknowledge that He sees what we cannot.</p>

<p>This doesn’t mean reason and planning are unimportant. Rather, they are meant to operate under submission to God’s will, not in isolation from it.</p>

<h3>Ask for wisdom—and expect God to give it</h3>

<p>James offers a remarkable promise:</p>

<div class="scripture">*“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach”*<span class="ref">— (James 1:5)</span></div>

<p>God is not reluctant to guide His people. When we pray for wisdom sincerely, we are not begging a distant God—we are approaching a generous Father.</p>

<p>However, James also emphasizes asking in faith. Wisdom often comes with a call to trust God’s direction even before the outcome is visible.</p>

<h3>Use Scripture as your compass</h3>

<p>God will never guide you in a way that contradicts His Word. When decisions feel uncertain, Scripture provides fixed reference points—truths about God’s character, moral boundaries, and eternal priorities. While the Bible may not address every specific scenario directly, it consistently shapes how believers think, evaluate motives, and discern what honors God.</p>

<div class="scripture">As Psalm 119:105 says, *“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”*<span class="ref">— (Psalm 119:105)</span></div>

<p>A lamp doesn’t illuminate the entire road—only the next step. Often, that is exactly how God leads.</p>

<h3>Pay attention to godly counsel and fruit</h3>

<p>Wise decisions are rarely made in isolation. Proverbs repeatedly affirms the value of counsel from mature, faithful believers. God often confirms His direction through the insight of others who know His Word and care for your spiritual growth.</p>

<p>Additionally, Jesus taught that decisions can be evaluated by their fruit (Matthew 7:16). Choices aligned with God’s wisdom tend to produce peace, humility, love, and obedience—not persistent turmoil or pride.</p>

<h3>Move forward in faith, not fear</h3>

<p>Waiting for perfect clarity can become a form of paralysis. Sometimes God provides direction only as we step forward in obedience. When your motives are surrendered to Him, your decision is consistent with Scripture, and you’ve sought prayer and counsel, you can move forward confidently—trusting God to redirect you if necessary.</p>

<div class="scripture">*“The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in His way”*<span class="ref">— (Psalm 37:23)</span></div>

<h3>Final encouragement</h3>

<p>God’s wisdom is not reserved for the spiritually elite—it is promised to every believer who seeks Him. When choices are unclear, remember that God is more committed to guiding you than you are to finding the right answer. Walk humbly, pray faithfully, anchor yourself in Scripture, and trust that the Lord will make your path straight in His time.</p>
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