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Bible Verses about Making Decisions

Proverbs 18:15

Psalms 25:4, joshua 24:15.

Proverbs 4:5

Revelation 2:10

2 peter 3:17, 2 timothy 3:14, psalms 86:11, colossians 2:6-7.

Philippians 4:6-7

Proverbs 3:5-6

2 Corinthians 1:17-19

Proverbs 13:12-18, 1 peter 5:1-10.

1 Kings 3:16-28

Galatians 6:5-18.

Proverbs 16

47 Bible Verses about Decision Making

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Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the day of the Lord is near in the valley of decision.

A divine decision is in the lips of the king; His mouth should not err in judgment.

You shall not show partiality in judgment; you shall hear the small and the great alike. You shall not fear man, for the judgment is God’s. The case that is too hard for you, you shall bring to me, and I will hear it.’

He who gives an answer before he hears, It is folly and shame to him.

A just balance and scales belong to the Lord ; All the weights of the bag are His concern.

“You shall make a breastpiece of judgment, the work of a skillful workman; like the work of the ephod you shall make it: of gold, of blue and purple and scarlet material and fine twisted linen you shall make it.

The lot is cast into the lap, But its every decision is from the Lord .

This is a plain indication of God’s righteous judgment so that you will be considered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which indeed you are suffering.

Woe to those who enact evil statutes And to those who constantly record unjust decisions,

The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord .

Aaron shall carry the names of the sons of Israel in the breastpiece of judgment over his heart when he enters the holy place, for a memorial before the Lord continually.

Without consultation, plans are frustrated, But with many counselors they succeed.

Many plans are in a man’s heart, But the counsel of the Lord will stand.

Therefore it is my judgment that we do not trouble those who are turning to God from among the Gentiles,

It is a trap for a man to say rashly, “It is holy!” And after the vows to make inquiry.

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.

So give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people to discern between good and evil. For who is able to judge this great people of Yours?”

You shall put in the breastpiece of judgment the Urim and the Thummim, and they shall be over Aaron’s heart when he goes in before the Lord ; and Aaron shall carry the judgment of the sons of Israel over his heart before the Lord continually.

who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.

The king said, “Divide the living child in two, and give half to the one and half to the other.”

“But no one says, ‘Where is God my Maker, Who gives songs in the night,

But He said to him, “Man, who appointed Me a judge or arbitrator over you?”

When they have a dispute, it comes to me, and I judge between a man and his neighbor and make known the statutes of God and His laws.”

being a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

The mind of man plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps.

Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

The king’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord ; He turns it wherever He wishes.

The house which I am about to build will be great, for greater is our God than all the gods.

“You will also decree a thing, and it will be established for you; And light will shine on your ways.

who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus is He who died, yes, rather who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who also intercedes for us.

“Go and speak to David, ‘Thus the Lord says, “I am offering you three things; choose for yourself one of them, which I will do to you.”’”

Then David said to Gad, “I am in great distress. Let us now fall into the hand of the Lord for His mercies are great, but do not let me fall into the hand of man.”

For God has put it in their hearts to execute His purpose by having a common purpose, and by giving their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God will be fulfilled.

A spirit of justice for him who sits in judgment, A strength to those who repel the onslaught at the gate.

And these also reel with wine and stagger from strong drink: The priest and the prophet reel with strong drink, They are confused by wine, they stagger from strong drink; They reel while having visions, They totter when rendering judgment.

Do not be hasty in word or impulsive in thought to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven and you are on the earth; therefore let your words be few.

Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, And he who hurries his footsteps errs.

Do not associate with a man given to anger; Or go with a hot-tempered man,

The foolishness of man ruins his way, And his heart rages against the Lord .

The plans of the diligent lead surely to advantage, But everyone who is hasty comes surely to poverty.

For it was the Father’s good pleasure for all the fullness to dwell in Him,

Or what great nation is there that has statutes and judgments as righteous as this whole law which I am setting before you today?

Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.”

then teach them the statutes and the laws, and make known to them the way in which they are to walk and the work they are to do.

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Bad decision making examples.

When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate.

Consciences, In Decision Making

He who observes the day, observes it for the Lord, and he who eats, does so for the Lord, for he gives thanks to God; and he who eats not, for the Lord he does not eat, and gives thanks to God.

Good Decision Making Examples

If it is disagreeable in your sight to serve the Lord , choose for yourselves today whom you will serve: whether the gods which your fathers served which were beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord .”

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Making a decision can feel overwhelming.

You have a gazillion options to choose between for everything.

You’ll open a new browser tab in Google to answer a question before making a decision.

You’ll bounce back and forth at work by switching between tasks hundreds of times.

To add insult to injury, according to one study, adults will make 35,000 decisions every day .

I feel anxious just writing about these statistics.

Time to heed Jim Gaffigan’s advice:

You may not feel like it’s a big deal to make thousands of choices every day. But for some of you reading this post, making a decision—both big and small—is grueling.

You second guess yourself all of the time, and you’re just never sure about the choices you make.

Regardless of where you find yourself about the choices you make, as a follower of Christ, I know you’re concerned about whether or not you make choices that please God.

In short, you want to walk in God’s will for your life.

To help you know God’s will, make biblical decisions, and overcome decision anxiety, we poured over 76 Bible passages about decisions, choices, and wisdom.

After reflecting on these scriptures about decision making, we put together a guide to help you better understand God’s will and how to make biblical choices.

In this post, we’re going to cover the following:

What is God’s will?

What is god’s will for your life.

What does the Bible say about making decisions?
7-step biblical decision-making guide

Bible verses about trusting God in difficult times

Bible verses about trusting god and not worrying.

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Talking about the will of God is easier said than done.

There tends to be a bit of confusion (understatement?) surrounding this topic of conversation.

The challenge in talking about God’s will really boils down to this:

Mixing up the way we talk about God’s will with the way the Bible talks about God’s will.

Let me explain.

The Bible generally talks about God’s will in two different ways, which are made clear in Deuteronomy 29:29:

“The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law."

In this verse, we see that the Bible talks about God’s will in these two ways:

God’s sovereign will

God’s revealed will.

Let’s take a moment to explore these two sides of the same coin.

God’s sovereign will is also known as his “secret” will or his “hidden” will. In other words, we don’t see this part of God’s will until after it occurs.

Is it God’s will for it to rain tomorrow?

Will your favorite football, baseball, or basketball team win the championship?

Will the business proposal you pitched get picked up?

You may be able to forecast the answer to these questions and have a pretty good idea of the outcome, but you won’t know God’s will until after the fact.

What is more, there’s entirely nothing that falls outside of God’s sovereign will. Whatever God has willed (decreed) to occur will happen.

We see God’s sovereign (secret) will in many verses in the Bible:

Psalm 139:16:

Your eyes saw my unformed substance;

in your book were written, every one of them,

the days that were formed for me,

when as yet there was none of them.

Isaiah 46:9-10:

"Remember the former things of old;

for I am God, and there is no other;

I am God, and there is none like me,

declaring the end from the beginning

and from ancient times things not yet done,

saying, ‘My counsel shall stand,

and I will accomplish all my purpose.’"

Matthew 10:29:

"Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered.”

"For truly in this city there were gathered together against your holy servant Jesus, whom you anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, along with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, to do whatever your hand and your plan had predestined to take place.”

Ephesians 1:11:

"In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will."

God’s revealed will refers to how God desires for us to live.

This side of God’s will is made plain as day in the Bible.

Here are a few examples to consider:

It’s God’s will for you to repent and believe in Jesus (Acts 3:19)
It’s God’s will for you to tell the truth (Lev. 19:11)
It’s God’s will for you to glorify him (1 Cor. 10:31)
It’s God’s will for you to be sober (Eph. 5:18)
It’s God’s will for you to work hard (Rom. 12:11-17)

This list can go on. But you get the point.

On the one hand, when we’re talking about God’s will for your life, you’re not going to find the answer to specific questions you have, such as:

Who should you marry?
Where should you work?
What college should you attend?

On the other hand, what you will find in the Bible are morals and principles that will guide you in the decisions you make, which will explore in detail below.

In the meantime, here’s one key passage from the Bible that talks about God’s revealed will:

2 Timothy 3:15-16:

“And how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness."

What doe the Bible say about making decisions?

As I mentioned above, you’re going to make around 35,000 decisions today.

For the vast majority of the decisions you make, you’ll just need to make a choice.

Assuming you’re in communion with God through prayer, reading the Bible, and Christian community, you won’t need to spend an inordinate amount of time contemplating every little decision you make.

For instance, here are some fundamental decisions God expects you to make with the brain and common sense he gave you:

What clothes should I wear today? (Just wear something)
Should I fudge the numbers on my tax returns? (Tell the truth)
Do I need to take my wife out to dinner? (Love your wife)
What should I have for breakfast, lunch, or dinner? (Food, but don’t overeat)

But here’s the deal: When you need to make a non-moral decision that’s not spelled out in the Bible (e.g., marriage, work, college), it’s a good idea to follow the Bible verses about decisions.

Following God’s guidance in decision making will help you to avoid potential pitfalls and honor the LORD in the decision you make.

In studying Bible verses about decisions, there’s an observable 7-step biblical decision-making guide that comes to the surface:

Clarify the decision
Get wisdom from the Bible
Seek godly counsel
Consider alternative choices
Make a choice
Trust the Lord

#1. Clarify the decision

Are you not sure about whether or not you should marry someone?

Do you have a new job opportunity you’re considering?

Are you thinking through what church you should join?

The first step you need to take when making a decision is to actually clarify the decision you need to make. This is the compass that will guide you through the rest of this decision-making process.

If you’re confused or not sure what you’re trying to decide, you’ll be walking in a fog throughout the rest of this process. Before moving forward, make sure you have a clear idea in mind about the decision you need to make.

Proverbs 18:13:

"If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame.”

Proverbs 18:17:

"The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him."

#2. Get wisdom from God

The next step you need to take is to get wisdom from God.

Thankfully, as I pointed about above, God doesn’t hide his will for your life close to his chest like a skillful poker player. He lets you know how he desires for you to live your life for him.

To get wisdom from God, you have to fear the LORD first.

Check out this opening salvo from the Book of Proverbs:

“The fear to the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” —Proverbs 1:7

In this context, to fear the LORD is to revere the LORD.

Through faith in Christ, you’ll be led to have a profound awe, respect, and humility in your heart for the LORD. Fearing the LORD is the starting position you’ll need to take if you desire to live your life for him.

We see this reality clearly illustrated in Deuteronomy 10:20-21:

“You shall fear the LORD your God. You shall serve him and hold fast to him, and by his name you shall swear. He is your praise. He is your God, who has done for you these great and terrifying things that your eyes have seen.”

Getting wisdom from God for the decision you need to make is not an idle pursuit.

It does require studying the Bible to understand what God has to say about your decision. But obtaining this information alone is not enough.

We’ll talk more about this in the next step (seek godly counsel). But I want to highlight it now so that way you’re not inclined to stop reading at this point and move on.

Now, let’s take a look at the difference between knowledge and wisdom. It’s easy to get the two of these confused, and it’s essential to make sure you know the difference between them.

What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom?

Have you memorized the Bible verses about wisdom and guidance?

Do you know a handful of Bible verses about dating, marriage, and sex?

Can you quote several passages about work?

You need to know what the Bible has to say about the decision you want to make to be informed. But knowing what the Bible has to say about any given topic is only one part of getting wisdom from God.

When we talk about biblical decision making, knowledge is knowing what the Bible has to say about the decision you need to make. Knowledge is having the right information.

If you have wrong or misinformation about what the Bible says about any given topic, you’ll make a wrong, misinformed, or sinful decision.

So, if knowledge is having information, then wisdom is being able to apply that information to your situation. This is the difference between knowledge and wisdom you need to know.

To help you think through getting wisdom from God, here are multiple Bible verses about wisdom and guidance for you to review.

Joshua 1:8:

"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success."

1 Chronicles 10:13:

"So Saul died for his breach of faith. He broke faith with the LORD in that he did not keep the command of the LORD, and also consulted a medium, seeking guidance."

Psalm 19:7-9:

"The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes; the fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever; the rules of the LORD are true, and righteous altogether.”

Psalm 119:105:

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

Proverbs 2:1-5:

"My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, making your ear attentive to wisdom and inclining your heart to understanding; yes, if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding, if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God.”

Habakkuk 2:19:

"Woe to him who says to a wooden thing, Awake; to a silent stone, Arise! Can this teach? Behold, it is overlaid with gold and silver, and there is no breath at all in it."

Romans 12:1-2:

“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

Romans 15:4:

"For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope."

Hebrews 4:12:

"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart."

2 Timothy 3:14-16:

"But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”

2 Peter 1:19:

"And we have the prophetic word more fully confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts."

#3. Seek godly counsel

You are not called to live your life alone.

God has created you for community.

When you place your faith in Christ, you become a member of the body of Christ (1 Cor. 12).

As you study Bible verses about decisions, one clear theme you’ll observe time-and-time again is your need for godly counsel to make wise choices.

Again, you don’t need to ask someone their opinion on most of the decisions you make every day. But when you’re dealing with a choice that isn’t clearly addressed in the Bible, it’s essential to seek the advice of other Christians in your life.

So take the time to listen to what your family, friends, and church leaders have to say.

But here’s the kicker:

Make sure you’re not living in an echo chamber.

In other words, don’t only seek the counsel of someone in your life who you know will agree with the decision you want to make. Maintain a posture of humility by being open to hearing the opinions of other godly men and women in your life—even if you don’t agree with what they have to say.

Here are some Bible verses about guidance in decision making that will shed some additional light:

Proverbs 1:5:

"Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance.”

Proverbs 11:14:

"Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety."

Proverbs 12:15:

"The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice."

Proverbs 13:10:

"Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice."

Proverbs 13:20:

"Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm."

Proverbs 15:22:

"Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.”

Proverbs 15:31-33:

"The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. Whoever ignores instruction despises himself, but he who listens to reproof gains intelligence. The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor."

Proverbs 18:1-2, 24:

"Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment. A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion... A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”

Proverbs 19:8:

"The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper."

Proverbs 19:20:

"Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future.”

Proverbs 27:6:

"Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.”

Proverbs 28:26:

"Whoever trusts in his own mind is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom will be delivered."

1 Corinthians 15:33:

"Do not be deceived: 'Bad company ruins good morals.'”

The stool of God’s wisdom is held up by three-legs: the Bible, godly counsel, and prayer.

As you study the scriptures on decision making and seek godly counsel, don’t forget to pray along the way.

In seeking God’s guidance in decision making, you need to ask for God’s help to apply what you’re reading in the Bible and what you hear from your community.

God wants you to make wise decisions, and he has given you an open invitation to ask for wisdom (James 1:5).

Trust the Lord.

Believe in him.

And ask him to give you the wisdom you need.

As you maintain a posture of prayer, it’s also a good idea to set aside dedicated time to pray about your decision. In your prayers, be open to the possibility that the LORD will redirect your desires to lead you in the direction he wants you to go.

Proverbs 2:6:

"For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding."

1 Chronicles 16:11:

"Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!"

Jeremiah 33:3:

"Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.”

Matthew 6:9-10:

"Pray then like this:

'Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your name.

Your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven."

Luke 22:41-42:

"And he withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, and knelt down and prayed, saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.”

John 16:13:

"When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come."

1 Corinthians 3:18:

"Do not deceive yourselves. If any of you think you are wise by the standards of this age, you should become 'fools' so that you may become wise."

Philippians 4:6-7:

“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.”

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18:

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."

"If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”

1 John 5:14:

"And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us.”

#5. Consider alternative choices

Here’s one key to making big decisions:

Be patient.

By the time you get to this step, it’s possible that days, weeks, or months have passed by. Don’t rush the process. Take time to understand the decision you need to make, study the Bible, seek counsel, and pray.

Before making your final choice about a job, school, or whatever you decision you need to make, make sure you consider all of the choices you have.

Check out these few scriptures on choices:

Proverbs 14:1:

"The wisest of women builds her house,

but folly with her own hands tears it down."

Proverbs 14:5:

"A faithful witness does not lie,

but a false witness breathes out lies."

Proverbs 27:12

"The prudent sees danger and hides himself,

but the simple go on and suffer for it.”

Luke 14:28:

"For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?"

#6. Make a choice

Now it’s time to make a decision.

This sounds simple enough. But many Christians struggle with passivity or timidity in making a choice.

At the end of the day, you have to make a decision.

Here’s a list of Bible verses about choices for you to consider:

Deuteronomy 30:9-10:

"The Lord your God will make you abundantly prosperous in all the work of your hand, in the fruit of your womb and in the fruit of your cattle and in the fruit of your ground. For the Lord will again take delight in prospering you, as he took delight in your fathers, when you obey the voice of the Lord your God, to keep his commandments and his statutes that are written in this Book of the Law, when you turn to the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul.”

Deuteronomy 30:19:

"I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live."

Joshua 24:15:

"And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."

Ecclesiastes 12:13-14:

"The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil."

Matthew 7:13-14:

“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.”

1 Corinthians 10:13:

"No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."

Galatians 6:7-8:

"Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.”

Colossians 3:17:

"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."

Hebrews 11:25:

"Choosing rather to be mistreated with the people of God than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin."

#7. Trust the Lord

After making your decision, you may feel like you can wash your hands and walk away.

But not so fast.

Regardless of the decision you made, you’re still called to trust in the LORD.

Do you want to glorify God in your work?

You’ll need to trust him to empower you to do the work you’re called to do.

Do you want to love your wife like Jesus loves the church?

You need God’s help to do that.

Do you want to live and love like Jesus today?

Well, you can’t do that on your own. You need to trust that God the Holy Spirit will empower you to live a life like Christ.

What’s the point of all this?

There will never be a time when you “arrive” as a Christian.

Every single day of your life you will need to trust God with everything.

And remember:

God is always guiding you.

Regardless if you’re actively pursuing God, read your Bible and prayed for one hour today, or committed a sin, God’s will for you and everyone else in the world isn’t altered. He's still at work in your life guiding your along the way.

Be sure to study these Bible verses about trusting God:

Proverbs 3:5-6:

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

Isaiah 58:11:

"And the LORD will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail."

Matthew 6:33:

"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."

John 8:12:

"Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"

James 3:17:

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

Proverbs 19:21:

"Many are the plans in the mind of a man,

but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand."

Romans 8:28:

"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."

Let’s face it:

You’re going to meet challenging times in your life.

God doesn’t promise you a life void of pain and suffering on this side of heaven. You’ll experience highs and lows. But God and his people will comfort you, support you, and transform you more into the likeness of Jesus Christ along the way.

To help you see trying times in your life from God’s perspective, there are many Bible verses about trusting God in difficult times that will shed some light on your situation:

Deuteronomy 31:6:

"Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”

Isaiah 26:3:

"You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”

Jeremiah 32:27:

“Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for me?”

Psalm 9:10:

"And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you."

Psalm 28:7:

"The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him."

Psalm 34:17-18:

"When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears

and delivers them out of all their troubles.

The LORD is near to the brokenhearted

and saves the crushed in spirit.”

Proverbs 37:5:

"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act."

Psalm 55:22:

"Cast your burden on the LORD,

and he will sustain you;

he will never permit

the righteous to be moved.”

2 Corinthians 1:3-4:

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”

2 Corinthians 4:16-18:

"So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”

2 Corinthians 12:9-10:

"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

1 Peter 4:12-13:

"Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed.”

Hebrews 12:1-3:

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted."

Are you prone to worry about everything in your life?

It’s easy to be tempted with anxiety about how things will or will not work out. This is the case for many Christians in the United States and around the world.

It can be easy to focus on the things going wrong in our life instead of trusting in God who we cannot see.

If you’re prone to feel anxiety, consider spending time meditating on these Bible verses about trusting God and not worry:

Isaiah 41:10:

"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Isaiah 43:1:

"But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.’"

Psalm 23:4:

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil,

for you are with me;

your rod and your staff,

they comfort me.”

Psalm 56:3:

"When I am afraid,

I put my trust in you.”

Psalm 94:19:

"When the cares of my heart are many,

your consolations cheer my soul.”

Proverbs 12:25:

"Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down,

but a good word makes him glad.”

Philippians 4:6:

John 14:27:.

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”

2 Timothy 1:7:

"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

1 John 4:18:

"There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love."

FAQs about Decision Making and The Bible

How do you make good life decisions.

The Bible is the best guide we have. In matters where the Bible doesn't speak directly, follow the principles God's Word outlines. When in doubt, seek the counsel of godly people in your life.

What the Bible says about making wise decisions?

See above! There are lots of verses that tell us how important it is to make wise decisions, but the most important decision you will ever make is whether or not you will trust and serve the Lord Jesus Christ.,

Does God make our decisions?

Nope, God has given us free will, so we must choose to obey Him, to practice wisdom, and to love our neighbors. God does, however, help us through His Word and the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

How do I seek God's guidance in decision-making?

The best practice is to read Scripture, not just when you're faced with a decision but every day. In that way, you will accumulate godly wisdom for when you need it most.

How do you know God's will for your life?

God's will for your life is to follow Jesus. We are to do what He commands. These commands include what we find in the Bible, specifically those New Testament commands and Old Testament principles meant for followers of Jesus Christ. We also learn God's will by walking with Him in prayer daily.

What Does the Bible Say About the Choices We Make?

Our choices have real consequences, so we must be careful to practice wisdom. At the same time, God is powerful enoug to redeem us from the consequences of our poor decisions, so we are never without hope.

What are the characteristics of good decision-making?

Good decision-making honors the Lord, blesses others, and brings one's self into alignment with the heart of almighty God.

How do you pray for decision-making?

Simply ask. God will answer our prayers for wisdom and will direct our paths if we are open to His guidance. Pray something like, "Dear Father, I don't know what to do in this situation, but You do. Give me wisdom and help me to choose a path that honors You. Amen."

How does God help us make decisions?

God helps us through His Word, the example of godly people, and the prompting of His Spirit in our life. Trust Him, and He will give you the guidance you need. At the same time, our Good Shepherd leads His sheep to green pastures; He doesn't specify which blades of grass we should eat. Oftentimes, God gives us several good choices to choose from.

Over to you

While making decisions may feel overwhelming for you, I pray these Bible verses about decisions, choices, and wisdom bring you clarity and bring you peace in the decisions you make.

Before asking my parting question, let’s take a quick look at the 7-step biblical decision-making guide I shared above:

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People need guidance from God about how they should make up their minds on difficult issues. God gives them this through the Holy Spirit, the Scriptures, individuals, groups and other external means.

Decisions should be grounded in a relationship with God

Pr 3:5-6 See also Ps 23:1-3 ; Ps 25:4-5 , 8-9 , 12 ; Pr 9:10 Wisdom involves making right moral decisions; Mt 6:31-33 pp Lk 12:29-31

God guides decision-making

Through Scripture 2Ti 3:16-17 See also Ps 19:7-11 ; Ps 119:9 , 11 , 98-100 , 104-105 , 130 The temptation of Jesus Christ is a good example of how Scripture can inform decision-making: Mt 4:4 pp Lk 4:4 ; Dt 8:3 ; Mt 4:7 pp Lk 4:12 ; Dt 6:16 ; Mt 4:10 pp Lk 4:8 ; Dt 6:13

Through supernatural intervention Ac 18:9 See also Ge 28:10-15 ; 1Sa 16:6-7 , 12 ; Isa 30:19-21 ; Jer 32:6-9 ; Ac 9:10-16 ; Ac 10:9-16 ; Ac 11:27-30 ; Ac 21:10-11 ; Ac 26:19 ; 1Co 14:29-30

Through prayer Jas 1:5-6 See also 1Ki 3:9-12 ; Pr 2:3-6 ; Mt 7:7-11 pp Lk 11:9-13 ; Mt 21:22 ; Eph 6:18

Through circumstances Ac 6:1-4 See also Nu 13:1-3 ; Dt 32:28-29 ; Jos 2:23-24 ; Ru 2:2-3 ; 1Ki 3:26-28 ; Ac 15:19-22 ; Ac 16:3 ; Ac 20:3 , 16 ; 1Co 16:8-9

The work of the Holy Spirit in decision-making

Jn 14:16-17 See also Jn 14:26 ; Jn 16:13-15 ; Ac 8:29 ; Ac 10:19 ; Ac 13:2 ; Ac 15:28 ; Ac 16:6-10 ; 1Jn 2:20 , 27

Motivation in decision-making

Mt 6:33 ; Col 3:17 See also Ps 139:23-24 ; Mt 20:25-28 ; Mt 23:23 ; Ro 12:1 ; 1Co 10:31 ; 2Co 5:9 ; Php 4:8-9 ; 1Th 4:1 ; 1Th 5:8 ; 1Pe 2:12 ; 1Pe 4:11

Humility is essential for divine guidance

Ps 25:9 See also Dt 10:12-13 ; Ps 25:14 ; Ps 34:9-10 ; Ps 73:1 ; Ps 84:11 ; Isa 58:9-11 ; Da 9:20-23

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1Th 5:19-22

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Can the Bible Help Me Make Decisions? 5 Verses That Offer Wisdom

God’s Word can give you direction for daily decisions and life-changing choices

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September 22, 2021

By Elisabeth Trefsgar

Have you ever stopped to consider how many decisions you make in a day?

For me, the day begins with a critical choice: do I hit the tempting “snooze” button on my alarm? Next, I decide how much time to spend on my morning devotions. Do I sit and refresh my heart with God’s Word, or do I rush through my reading and prayer time? (Too often, I choose the latter!) Then, it’s on to breakfast. What do I eat? Do I drink coffee or tea? What should I wear? Should I reply to that email before work, or wait until the end of the day? By the time I start work, I’ve made dozens of decisions. These choices may seem small, but some can impact the rest of my day. Others form helpful—or harmful—habits that I might continue for the rest of my life.

Beyond the decisions we make each day, we face all kinds of potentially life-changing choices: where to go to school, what kind of job to pursue, which church to attend, which person to date, what to do with our free time.

Many of us make decisions for other people. Parents face choices that affect their children’s lives and futures, and children often grow up and decide how to care for their parents as they age. Bosses make decisions that impact their employees. Politicians choose platforms and vote for laws that direct our nation. Pastors and ministry leaders decide how to shepherd congregations.

Finally, there are decisions that stop us in our tracks. How do you make a choice that is so difficult, complicated, or painful? And how are you supposed to know what to do in what feels like an impossible situation?

FIVE VERSES TO GUIDE YOU IN DECISION-MAKING

The Bible doesn’t include a specific verse for each unique decision you will face. Instead, it offers wisdom that can guide your decision-making in every circumstance: “Well, whatever you do, whether you eat or drink, do it all for God’s glory” (1 Corinthians 10:31 GNT). Whether you’re facing everyday decisions or life-changing choices, the Bible’s wisdom remains true.

Here are five verses to meditate on when you face a decision.

No matter the decision you’re facing, you can take comfort in the knowledge that God is infinitely wise and powerful.

Great and mighty is our Lord; his wisdom cannot be measured. Psalm 147:5 GNT

Like the Israelites, the most important decision you can make is whether you will serve God—this choice impacts every other decision you will make!

“Decide today whom you will serve, the gods your ancestors worshiped in Mesopotamia or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are now living. As for my family and me, we will serve the LORD.” Joshua 24:15b GNT

When you choose to serve and love God, you learn how to make decisions that honor him.

Those who have reverence for the LORD will learn from him the path they should follow. Psalm 25:12 GNT

If you feel unable to make a difficult decision, God’s Word invites you to pray for wisdom.

But if any of you lack wisdom, you should pray to God, who will give it to you; because God gives generously and graciously to all. James 1:5 GNT

The Bible invites you to trust God in every circumstance and rely on him to guide you through every decision.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart. Never rely on what you think you know. Remember the LORD in everything you do, and he will show you the right way. Proverbs 3:5-6 GNT

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10 Bible Verses for Making Decisions (Tips on Making Godly Choices)

Bible verses for making decisions.

Today we’ll be talking about some of the best Bible verses and Christian quotes that you can use to guide you in your decision-making. We make tens of thousands of decisions in a day which begs the question: how can we ensure that we’re making the right decisions?

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
James 1:5 (NIV)
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)
Proverbs 18:13 (NIV)
Matthew 16:26 (NIV)
Joshua 24:15 (NIV)
Proverbs 1:7 (NIV)
Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)
Psalm 37:7 (NIV)
Proverbs 13:20 (NIV)

1. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Far too often, we trust in our own hearts. We let our heart’s desires lead us down paths that result in sin and destruction. Yet what Solomon is telling us here in Proverbs is to rather trust in the LORD with all of our hearts and to not trust in our own understanding.

This would have been groundbreaking for the Israelites in the time of Solomon considering the fact that the very thing that Israel always struggled with was trusting in their own hearts and motives over God’s. They thought that they knew best and it always led them down the wrong paths to judgement.

Jeremiah 17:9 says, “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?” (NIV)

We cannot trust our own hearts and the decisions which come out of them. Rather, we must lean on the Lord’s understanding instead of our own in all things and He will make our paths straight. He will make our decision-making blessed when we trust in Him rather than in ourselves.

2. “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5 (NIV)

If we are seeking wisdom in our decision-making, James makes it quite simple for us. He tells us to just ask God for wisdom and we will receive it. After all, did Solomon not simply ask God for wisdom and it was given to him in great measure?

Sometimes wisdom isn’t revealed to us because we don’t ask for it. Or, as James covers in chapter 4 of his book, we ask with the wrong intentions and the wrong purpose in mind. If you are looking for wisdom in order to make good decisions that honor the Lord in all that you do, ask Him for it and be honest with Him about it.

In Matthew 7:11, Jesus says, “If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” (NIV)

Sometimes we doubt that God knows what is good for us. We don’t ask Him to fulfill His will because we are scared of what may come out of it. Yet Jesus tells us, our Heavenly Father knows how to give good gifts to those who ask Him.

When you are seeking wisdom for your decision-making, simply talk to the Lord and ask Him to give it to you with the right intentions and listen to what He says.

If you want to learn more about praying and how to place your requests before God, you can read this article about prayer .

3. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)

Sometimes when we are looking for help in making decisions, we forget that God has already given us a perfect manual for how to live our lives. In 2 Timothy, Paul is writing to Timothy to encourage him as a leader and to build him up in Paul’s absence. Anyone who has ever been in the position of a leader can tell you that it isn’t easy!

Being a leader means making a lot of tough decisions on behalf of an entire group of people. If anyone needed help and guidance in making decisions, it was Timothy at this time.

Yet what does Paul point him to? He points Timothy back to the Scriptures, for they are the word of the Lord. What else could possibly bring more wisdom and guidance in making good and God-honoring decisions?

Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” (NIV)

The Bible is not just a book that sits on our nightstands and collects dust. It is the living eternal Word of God that holds infinite amounts of biblical wisdom in its passages that is sitting there waiting for us to unpack.

Could we ever hope for a better source of wisdom for making decisions than the very words which are within Scripture?

When you are in the process of making decisions, never forget to consult the Word of God as your primary source of wisdom. If you make a decision that is in line with what Scripture says, you know that you are making a good decision.

Read this other article that I wrote, If you want to know more about knowing God through His Word .

4. “To answer before listening – that is folly and shame.” – Proverbs 18:13 (NIV)

Especially in the world that we live in today, it can be easy to want to make split-second decisions. We often make decisions off the top of our heads before we even take into account all of the information at our disposal. Solomon in his wisdom tells us here in Proverbs that this style of living is foolish and shameful.

True wisdom takes thought, effort, and intentionality to come to fruition. We must take the time when making decisions to witness what God is telling us before we go making a decision based on what our hearts say.

Likewise, in Proverbs 13:16, Solomon says, “All who are prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly.” (NIV)

We must be people of knowledge and thought before we act. Going with what has been said previously, when making big decisions we have to take into account what Scripture says, what God is saying to us, and what logically makes sense.

The people of God should not act out of emotion but rather out of reason and out of God’s guidance. When you make decisions in your life, think before you act. Do not give an answer before you hear what God is saying to you.

If you want to learn more check out this article about spending personal time with God .

5. “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?” – Matthew 16:26 (NIV)

Sometimes I think a question that we miss when making decisions is: is this decision good for my soul? Is this decision good for my heart? It’s far too easy to get so caught up in the culture that we live in of gaining things that we forget about how it affects us and our souls.

In Proverbs 4:23, Solomon says, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” (NIV)

How are your decisions affecting your heart and soul? Are they causing damage to them that may be irreparable? Or are they pointing your heart and soul back to God and to Christ? Are they keeping your heart pure?

If you’ve made some decisions that have damaged your heart, check out this article: https://www.christianwalls.com/blogs/news/22-bible-verses-for-a-broken-heart

6. “But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” – Joshua 24:15 (NIV)

Every single day, we face this choice that Joshua placed before the Israelites. The Israelites kept falling into idolatry and running away from God. Joshua saw this and told them that they had to choose one or the other.

Every day, we face the choice between idols that we have made and the real God that sits on the throne of heaven. We don’t make that choice with one big choice, we make it through each and every one of the decisions we make throughout the day. Even Jesus was tempted with this when He spent time in the wilderness after His baptism.

Matthew 4:8-11 says, “Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. ‘All this I will give you,’ he said, ‘if you will bow down and worship me.’ Jesus said to him, ‘Away from me, Satan! For it is written: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.”’ Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.” (NIV).

When you’re making decisions, it’s a good rule of thumb to measure whether those decisions are to honor the Lord or to honor an idol that you have set up in your life. Think about this the next time you make a decision. Who are you being faithful to with that decision?

7. “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” – Proverbs 1:7 (NIV)

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. This isn’t a cowering in the corner kind of fear, but rather a fear of reverence. It is a fear that understands who you are in comparison to who God is. It is a fear that leads us to awe in light of God’s glory. Solomon tells us that this kind of fear is the beginning of strong wisdom in decision-making.

In Isaiah 55:9, God says, “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” (NIV)

We must always remember where God fits in when we are making decisions. If we want to make good decisions, understanding who we are in relation to who God is happens to be a big key in the process. God’s ways and thoughts are much higher than ours so how could we not consult Him and ask Him for help when we are making decisions?

8. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

It’s important to note here that Paul most likely penned these verses on the floor of a prison cell. Paul went through a lot in his day; likely more than any of us will ever go through. Needless to say, he of all people knew how to find peace and comfort with God.

Many times when we make decisions, we fight with finding that peace that we made the right decision. Yet here, Paul has given us the key. The secret (which isn’t so secret) is to submit your decisions and requests before God and He will grant you peace.

In Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites us by saying, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (NIV)

Jesus can bring us rest and peace when we are making tough decisions. We just have to go about it the right way and submit our thoughts and requests before the Lord. He will bring us peace that surpasses all understanding.

9. “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.” – Psalm 37:7 (NIV)

It is no secret that we live in a world of instant gratification. We tend to want what we want and we want it now. The same goes for making decisions. We want answers from God about what we should do and we want them now!

Yet the Bible calls us to a different kind of thinking. This verse in Psalms calls us to wait on the Lord and to rest in Him as we wait. It also calls us to ignore what other people are doing and to focus on what God is doing.

Psalm 46:10 tells us, “He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’” (NIV)

Sometimes we just get so wrapped up in trying to make a decision that we forget to listen to God, the One who will be exalted regardless of what happens. If you are in the process of making a decision, just take some time to be still and listen to God. What do you feel Him telling you?

10. “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” – Proverbs 13:20 (NIV)

The last verse we’re going to look at about making decisions has to do with who you spend time with and who you take advice from. It’s important to ask for advice from people, but it’s even more important that those people are wise and godly.

Sometimes we ask people for advice not because we trust them to give good advice, but because we know that they’ll agree with our thinking. Instead, be careful to walk with wise and godly people who can truly discern the will of God and help you make a good decision.

Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” (NIV)

Who are you letting sharpen you and what are you letting them sharpen you with? Choose wisely who you let advise you and affect your making of decisions.

Overall, making a good and wise decision is a difficult thing to do. It takes time, thought, effort, and intentionality to truly discern what it is that God is calling you to do. Yet in the end, it is worth it beyond words. Find wisdom and rest in the person of God and He will make your paths straight.

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Some decisions seem to direct the course of our lives more than others. As believers, we desire to choose the right path—God’s path—with every decision we make.

But sometimes the right decision does not seem so obvious, leaving us two choices: fear of making a wrong decision or faith in God to guide us in to make the right one.

You never have to be afraid of making the wrong decision. Fear will always lead to the wrong choice, but faith and obedience to God will always end up right because He is a God of mercy and restoration, and His plan is for you to have a good and expected end.

If you’re facing some choices today, and you aren’t sure which road is the right one to take, here are 10 scriptures for when you need to make a decision that will give you confidence that God will speak to you. If you’re tuned in to Him, you will make the right decision. (All scriptures are taken from the NIV .)

1. “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” (Jeremiah 29:11) 2. “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” (Psalm 32:8)

3. “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” (Psalm 119:105)

4. “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

5. “For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.” (Proverbs 11:14)

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6. “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” (Proverbs 15:22)

7. “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.” (Proverbs 16:9)

8. “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:7-8)

9. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) 10. “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (James 1:5)

God wants to give you guidance! He desires that you walk with Him to get the light you need for each step you take in life. He is not the author of confusion. Step forward in confidence with Him!

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100 Bible Verses about Wise Decisions

Proverbs 3:5-6 esv / 221 helpful votes helpful not helpful.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Proverbs 12:15 ESV / 181 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.

James 1:5 ESV / 145 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.

Proverbs 1:5 ESV / 102 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance,

Proverbs 16:9 ESV / 101 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.

Philippians 4:6 ESV / 97 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

Proverbs 15:22 ESV / 90 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.

1 Peter 1:13-15 ESV / 67 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct,

1 Peter 5:8 ESV / 53 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

Proverbs 2:1-5 ESV / 48 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, making your ear attentive to wisdom and inclining your heart to understanding; yes, if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding, if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.

Hebrews 13:5 ESV / 46 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Joshua 1:9 ESV / 44 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Hebrews 11:1 ESV / 41 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.

James 1:6-8 ESV / 38 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

Matthew 6:24 ESV / 37 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.

Proverbs 13:11 ESV / 34 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.

Proverbs 11:14 ESV / 34 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.

Proverbs 2:6 ESV / 33 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;

Psalm 119:9 ESV / 33 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.

1 Timothy 6:10 ESV / 24 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.

Psalm 119:1 ESV / 24 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord !

John 14:6 ESV / 23 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

1 Timothy 5:8 ESV / 22 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Matthew 6:33 ESV / 22 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

Jeremiah 29:11 ESV / 22 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord , plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

Proverbs 13:20 ESV / 22 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.

John 10:1-10 ESV / 20 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door but climbs in by another way, that man is a thief and a robber. But he who enters by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. To him the gatekeeper opens. The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes before them, and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice. A stranger they will not follow, but they will flee from him, for they do not know the voice of strangers.” ...

Proverbs 3:5 ESV / 19 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.

Psalm 25:12 ESV / 19 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Who is the man who fears the Lord ? Him will he instruct in the way that he should choose.

James 3:17 ESV / 18 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

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

Revelation 1:1-20 ESV / 16 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood ...

Proverbs 22:3 ESV / 15 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.

Proverbs 18:22 ESV / 15 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord .

Psalm 19:8 ESV / 15 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;

James 4:7 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Colossians 3:17 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Philippians 4:13 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:7 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

John 10:10 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.

Psalm 119:105 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Psalm 37:7 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices!

1 Chronicles 16:11 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!

Joshua 24:15 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord , choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord .”

Genesis 45:1-28 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Then Joseph could not control himself before all those who stood by him. He cried, “Make everyone go out from me.” So no one stayed with him when Joseph made himself known to his brothers. And he wept aloud, so that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it. And Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” But his brothers could not answer him, for they were dismayed at his presence. So Joseph said to his brothers, “Come near to me, please.” And they came near. And he said, “I am your brother, Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt. And now do not be distressed or angry with yourselves because you sold me here, for God sent me before you to preserve life. ...

2 Timothy 3:16 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness,

1 Thessalonians 5:17 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Pray without ceasing,

Proverbs 19:20 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Listen to advice and accept instruction, that you may gain wisdom in the future.

Proverbs 14:12 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.

Job 12:12 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Wisdom is with the aged, and understanding in length of days.

Hebrews 11:6 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Romans 8:28-30 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.

Romans 1:22-23 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Claiming to be wise, they became fools, and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images resembling mortal man and birds and animals and creeping things.

Proverbs 1:7 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Deuteronomy 30:19 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live,

Acts 10:38 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.

Proverbs 23:7 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For he is like one who is inwardly calculating. “Eat and drink!” he says to you, but his heart is not with you.

Revelation 21:1-5 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.” And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Hebrews 4:15 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.

1 Corinthians 1:25 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.

Ecclesiastes 2:26 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For to the one who pleases him God has given wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner he has given the business of gathering and collecting, only to give to one who pleases God. This also is vanity and a striving after wind.

Proverbs 4:6-7 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you. The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.

Proverbs 3:13 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding,

Deuteronomy 30:19-20 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live, loving the Lord your God, obeying his voice and holding fast to him, for he is your life and length of days, that you may dwell in the land that the Lord swore to your fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them.”

1 Corinthians 7:8 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single, as I am.

1 Corinthians 1:30 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,

Romans 8:28 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

Ecclesiastes 5:10 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.

Proverbs 4:7 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.

Proverbs 2:1-22 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

1 John 5:14 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us.

2 Timothy 1:7 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

Proverbs 23:5 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven.

Proverbs 16:33 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord .

Proverbs 4:1-27 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Hear, O sons, a father's instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight, for I give you good precepts; do not forsake my teaching. When I was a son with my father, tender, the only one in the sight of my mother, he taught me and said to me, “Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments, and live. Get wisdom; get insight; do not forget, and do not turn away from the words of my mouth. ...

Revelation 3:20 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.

Colossians 1:15-17 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Ephesians 1:1-23 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, ...

Romans 12:2 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

John 6:37-40 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out. For I have come down from heaven, not to do my own will but the will of him who sent me. And this is the will of him who sent me, that I should lose nothing of all that he has given me, but raise it up on the last day. For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.”

Matthew 10:1-42 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And he called to him his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal every disease and every affliction. The names of the twelve apostles are these: first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him. These twelve Jesus sent out, instructing them, “Go nowhere among the Gentiles and enter no town of the Samaritans, ...

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10 Biblical Principles For Decision Making

Every day, each of us is faced with numerous choices. What should we do when the Bible doesn’t seem to speak directly to the situations we face and the decisions we make? What Does the Bible say about Making Decisions?

The following 10 principles informed by scripture will help you to make decisions that glorify God and honor others.

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1. What Biblical Principles Should Inform My Decision?

Proverbs 2:6.

For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

1 Corinthians 10:31

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.

2 Corinthians 6:14

Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?

Proverbs 22:7

The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower becomes the lender’s slave.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things.

Questions to Ask

What does the Bible have to say about this decision?
Who can help me better understand what God’s Word says about this decision?
Make sure you are not the only one who holds to your interpretation.

2. Do I Have All The Facts?

Proverbs 18:13.

He who gives an answer before he hears, it is folly and shame to him.

Proverbs 18:17

The first to plead his case seems right, until another comes and examines him.

Ask a lot of questions.
Don’t fall prey to “wishful thinking” or let your emotions get the best of you.
Remember that there are two sides to every story.

3. Is The Pressure of Time Forcing Me to Make a Premature Decision?

Proverbs 19:2.

Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, and he who makes haste with his feet errs.

Proverbs 21:5

The plans of the diligent lead surely to advantage, but everyone who is hasty comes surely to poverty.

Beware of the “once in a lifetime” deal and the lure of instant gratification.
Don’t let the fear of missing out drive your decision.
When in doubt, leave it out.

4. What Possible Motives Are Driving My Decision?

Proverbs 16:2.

All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight, but the Lord weighs the motives.

Proverbs 20:9

Who can say, ”I have cleansed my heart, I am pure from my sin”’?

Acknowledge that you have “blind spots.”
Honestly assess your motives, both good and bad.
Give others permission to speak in to your life.

5. How Should Past Experiences Inform My Decision?

Proverbs 26:11.

Like a dog that returns to its vomit is a fool who repeats his folly.

Proverbs 17:10

A rebuke goes deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred blows into a fool.

Look for patterns of behavior – “triggers.”
Understand how your family background might affect your thinking.
Learn from your mistakes!

6. What Is The Collective Counsel of My Community?

Proverbs 11:14.

Where there is no guidance the people fall, but in an abundance of counselors there is victory.

Proverbs 18:1

He who separates himself seeks his own desire. He quarrels against all sound wisdom.

Proverbs 18:2

A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in revealing his own mind.

Avoid having many separate conversations.
Recognize the difference between “selling” and “sharing.”
Know when to “open the circle.”

7. Have I Honestly Considered the Warning Signs?

Proverbs 10:17.

He is on the path of life who heeds instruction, but he who forsakes reproof goes astray.

Proverbs 16:25

There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.

Proverbs 27:6

Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but deceitful are the kisses of an enemy.

Don’t think you are the “exception” to the rule.
Remember that God’s way is the best way.

8. Have I Considered the Possible Outcomes for My Course of Action?

Proverbs 14:1.

The wise woman builds her house, but the foolish tears it down with her own hands.

Proverbs 14:15

The naïve believes everything, but the prudent man considers his steps.

Proverbs 27:12

A prudent man sees evil and hides himself, the naïve proceed and pay the penalty.

Do the “long math.”
Assess the potential risks.
Have a contingency plan.

9. Could This Decision Jeopardize My Integrity or Hinder My Witness for the Lord?

Proverbs 25:26.

Like a trampled spring and a polluted well is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.

Proverbs 10:9

He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out.

Proverbs 20:7

A righteous man who walks in his integrity—how blessed are his sons after him.

Proverbs 22:1

A good name is to be more desired than great riches, favor is better than silver and gold.

Work toward the “center” rather than flirt with the “edge.”
Ask yourself, “Would this pass the ’newspaper‘ test?”
Keep short accounts.

10. Is There a Better Option That Would Allow Me to Make a Greater Impact for God’s Kingdom?

Proverbs 11:30.

The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who is wise wins souls.

Ask yourself, “What story could God be writing?”
Don’t assume that just because something is hard that it is not God’s will.
Understand how God has uniquely gifted and resourced you.

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21 Bible Verses about Making Decisions?

Want to know what the Bible says about Making Decisions ? Here are 21 Bible verses about Making Decisions from the Old and New Testaments of the Holy Bible, New International Version ( NIV ) , sorted from the most relevant to the least relevant.

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What doe the Bible say about making decisions?

#1. Clarify the decision

Proverbs 18:13:

Proverbs 18:17:

#2. Get wisdom from God

What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom?

Joshua 1:8:

1 Chronicles 10:13:

Psalm 19:7-9:

Psalm 119:105:

Proverbs 2:1-5:

Habakkuk 2:19:

Romans 12:1-2:

Romans 15:4:

Hebrews 4:12:

2 Timothy 3:14-16:

2 Peter 1:19:

#3. Seek godly counsel

Proverbs 1:5:

Proverbs 11:14:

Proverbs 12:15:

Proverbs 13:20:

Proverbs 15:22:

Proverbs 18:1-2, 24:

Proverbs 19:20:

Proverbs 27:6:

1 Corinthians 15:33:

Jeremiah 33:3:

Matthew 6:9-10:

Luke 22:41-42:

Philippians 4:6-7:

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18:

1 John 5:14:

#5. Consider alternative choices

Proverbs 14:1:

Proverbs 14:5:

Proverbs 27:12

Luke 14:28:

#6. Make a choice

Deuteronomy 30:9-10:

Deuteronomy 30:19:

Joshua 24:15:

Ecclesiastes 12:13-14:

Matthew 7:13-14:

1 Corinthians 10:13:

Galatians 6:7-8:

Colossians 3:17:

Hebrews 11:25:

#7. Trust the Lord

Proverbs 3:5-6:

Isaiah 58:11:

Matthew 6:33:

John 8:12: