Topical Encyclopedia In the Bible, the concept of decision-making is frequently addressed, with numerous exhortations encouraging believers to make choices that align with God's will and righteousness. The Scriptures provide guidance on how to approach decisions, emphasizing the importance of wisdom, discernment, and reliance on God.1. Seeking Wisdom and Understanding The Bible underscores the necessity of seeking wisdom and understanding when making decisions. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "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." This passage highlights the importance of trusting in God's guidance rather than relying solely on human insight. James 1:5 further encourages believers to seek divine wisdom: "Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." This verse assures believers that God is willing to provide the wisdom needed for making sound decisions. 2. Choosing Righteousness Scripture frequently exhorts believers to choose righteousness over sin. In Deuteronomy 30:19 , Moses presents a clear choice to the Israelites: "I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, so that you and your descendants may live." This call to choose life and blessing underscores the importance of making decisions that lead to spiritual and moral well-being. Similarly, Joshua 24:15 challenges the Israelites to make a decisive choice regarding whom they will serve: "But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD." Joshua's declaration serves as a powerful exhortation to commit to serving the Lord wholeheartedly. 3. Discernment and Testing The New Testament encourages believers to exercise discernment and test everything against the truth of God's Word. In 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22 , Paul instructs, "but test all things. Hold fast to what is good. Abstain from every form of evil." This passage emphasizes the need for careful evaluation and discernment in decision-making, ensuring that choices align with God's standards. Romans 12:2 also speaks to the transformation of the mind as a means of discerning God's will: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God." This transformation enables believers to make decisions that reflect God's perfect will. 4. Commitment and Perseverance Once a decision is made, Scripture encourages believers to remain committed and persevere in their chosen path. Galatians 6:9 exhorts, "Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." This encouragement to persevere in doing good reinforces the importance of steadfastness in the face of challenges. Philippians 3:13-14 further illustrates the commitment to pressing forward: "Brothers, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus." This passage highlights the determination and focus required to pursue the path God has set before us. In summary, the Bible provides clear exhortations regarding decision-making, urging believers to seek wisdom, choose righteousness, exercise discernment, and remain committed to their decisions in alignment with God's will. Torrey's Topical Textbook Joshua 24:14,15Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve you the LORD. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Fresh Supplies of Power. The Great Schism Acts XV Conversion, Its Nature and Necessity. He Begs of God that through the Holy Scriptures He May be Led to ... The Book of Humanity The Heresy of the Protestant Reformers and the Jansenists General Council of Nic??a. Letter xiv. To Anastasius, Bishop of Thessalonica. 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