How can we apply God's "trustworthy" works in our daily decision-making? Psalm 111:7 – Foundation for Faithful Choices “The works of His hands are truth and justice; all His precepts are trustworthy.” Celebrating What “Trustworthy” Means • “Truth” – never misleading, always aligned with reality (John 17:17). • “Justice” – perfectly fair, never arbitrary (Deuteronomy 32:4). • “Precepts” – every revealed principle carries the same certainty as His deeds (Psalm 19:7-8). Why God’s Works Matter for Monday-Morning Decisions • His past actions are a living record that He keeps promises (Isaiah 25:1). • The consistency of those actions shows how He will move in the future (Hebrews 13:8). • When the One guiding us is unfailingly truthful and just, obeying Him is the safest path, even when circumstances feel unstable (Proverbs 3:5-6). Four Practical Steps to Apply God’s Trustworthy Works 1. Catalog His Track Record – Keep a running list of biblical miracles, fulfilled prophecies, and personal answers to prayer. – Review the list when a decision looms; it trains the heart to expect the same faithfulness today (Psalm 77:11-12). 2. Filter Every Option Through Scripture – Ask, “Does this choice reflect God’s revealed character of truth and justice?” – If an option contradicts clear teaching—discard it immediately (Psalm 119:105). – Where multiple biblical paths exist, weigh which one best mirrors Jesus’ priorities (Philippians 2:3-4). 3. Invite Wisdom That Mirrors His Works – Pray specifically for wisdom to act in ways consistent with God’s proven deeds (James 1:5). – Seek counsel from believers whose lives exhibit the same reliability you see in God’s works (Proverbs 15:22). 4. Rest in His Integrity During Uncertainty – Once obedience is clear, move forward without paralyzing overanalysis; God’s justice covers unseen variables (Psalm 37:5-6). – Trust that even detours will serve His truthful purposes (Romans 8:28). Daily Decision-Making Checklist □ Have I recalled at least one concrete act of God that proves His reliability? □ Does my potential choice align with a clear biblical precept? □ Have I prayed for wisdom and sought godly counsel? □ Am I resting in God’s unchanging character, not in perfect circumstances? Living Confidently in His Works The same hands that parted seas (Exodus 14:21-22), fed multitudes (Matthew 14:19-21), and rose from the grave (Luke 24:6-7) guide today’s mundane and monumental choices. Trusting those hands means we can step forward boldly, knowing every decision anchored in His trustworthy works will stand. |
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