What does the Bible say about decision making?
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The Bible teaches that believers should make decisions by trusting God rather than their own limited understanding, seeking His wisdom, obeying His revealed Word, and resting in His sovereign care. Proverbs 3:5-6 calls us to acknowledge the Lord in every path, confident that He directs His people. James 1:5 invites us to ask God for wisdom, while Philippians 4:6-7 directs anxious hearts to prayer and God’s guarding peace. Wise decisions ordinarily include godly counsel, as Proverbs 11:14 teaches, and aim at God’s glory in all things, according to 1 Corinthians 10:31. God’s plans are good, and He is present with His people, even when the way ahead is unclear.
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- Proverbs 3:5-6
[5] Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, And don't lean on your own understanding. [6] In all your ways acknowledge him, And he will direct your paths.
- Philippians 4:6-7
[6] In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
- James 1:5
But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.
- Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.
- Proverbs 11:14
Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls, But in the multitude of counselors there is victory.
- Isaiah 30:21
and your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, This is the way, walk you in it; when you turn to the right hand, and when you turn to the left.
- Proverbs 3:6
In all your ways acknowledge him, And he will direct your paths.
- 1 John 5:14
This is the boldness which we have toward him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us.
- Isaiah 41:10
Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
- 1 Corinthians 10:31
Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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