In what ways can we seek God's "judgments" for guidance today? Foundation Verse “Who can discern his errors? Cleanse me from hidden faults. Keep Your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless and innocent of great transgression.” (Psalm 19:12-13) Why We Still Need God’s Judgments • God’s judgments are perfect (“The judgments of the LORD are true; they are altogether righteous,” Psalm 19:9). • Jesus affirmed every “jot and tittle” of Scripture (Matthew 5:18), showing its lasting authority. • True guidance keeps us from deception and preserves us in holiness (Psalm 119:9,11). Primary Ways to Seek His Judgments Today • Scripture Immersion – Read whole-Bible context; compare passages (Acts 17:11). – Memorize and meditate so truth shapes instinctive choices (Psalm 119:97-99). • Prayerful Inquiry – Ask for wisdom; God “gives generously and without reproach” (James 1:5). – Wait in silence; allow the Spirit to apply verses already learned (John 14:26). • Spirit-Led Discernment – The indwelling Spirit “will guide you into all truth” (John 16:13). – Spiritual people “judge all things” in the light of the cross (1 Corinthians 2:15-16). • Godly Counsel – Safety lies in a multitude of counselors who themselves submit to Scripture (Proverbs 11:14; 15:22). – Church elders are charged to “shepherd…with the Word” (1 Peter 5:2). • Providential Circumstances – Open and closed doors confirm or redirect but never contradict written revelation (Revelation 3:7-8). – Review events through prayer to see God’s fingerprints (Genesis 24:27). • Obedient Lifestyle – “If anyone chooses to do His will, he will find out whether My teaching comes from God” (John 7:17). – Ongoing obedience sharpens hearing; disobedience dulls it (Hebrews 5:14). Practical Steps for Daily Life 1. Begin each day with a scheduled reading plan; jot insights that reveal God’s character and standards. 2. When a decision arises, list relevant Scriptures; pray them back to God. 3. Consult mature believers, inviting them to challenge assumptions with the Word. 4. Evaluate unfolding circumstances: Are doors opening that align with biblical principles? 5. Act in faith; keep short accounts with God through confession so conscience stays clear (1 John 1:9). Encouragement to Persevere “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). The more consistently we seek His judgments, the more instinctively we will recognize His voice and walk in the light He provides (Psalm 119:105). |
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