How can Jeremiah 18:2 encourage us to seek God's guidance in decision-making? The Pottery Lesson: God Invites Us to Listen “Go down to the potter’s house, and there I will give you My message.” • God issues a clear, personal invitation. • He pinpoints a specific place—“the potter’s house.” • The promise follows the obedience: “there I will give you My message.” Practical Takeaways for Our Choices • Seek His set place – Just as Jeremiah had to leave his familiar surroundings, we step away from noise to meet God in His Word (Psalm 119:105). • Expect a fresh word – The Lord does not recycle platitudes; He gives timely, situation-specific guidance (Isaiah 30:21). • Obedience precedes clarity – Direction often comes after the first step, not before it (John 7:17). Why We Can Trust His Guidance • God sees the whole design – Like the potter shaping clay, He fashions lives for eternal purposes (Romans 8:28). • His wisdom is flawless – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go” (Psalm 32:8). • He delights to give wisdom generously – “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously” (James 1:5). A Simple Framework for Decision-Making 1. Pause and position yourself—open Bible, open heart. 2. Ask specifically for direction (Proverbs 3:5-6). 3. Listen attentively; write what Scripture impresses. 4. Weigh the impression with Scripture’s teaching and godly counsel. 5. Obey promptly, trusting the Potter’s hand. |
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