Greetings,
Quick decisions can produce catastrophic results that you will later regret. It certainly pays to do some thinking before making a major decision, rather than making an impulsive choice based on emotions and thinking about it later.
It’s also vital to seek God’s will in prayer, and listen to godly counsel before making a firm decision about an important matter. Is this the house God wants me to buy? Is this the person God wants me to marry? Don’t be in such a hurry that you’ll make a decision you’ll later regret.
The Gibeonites deceived Israel into believing they were from a distant country by wearing old tattered clothes and carrying molded bread. That is how they convinced Joshua and the leaders of Israel to make a peace treaty with them.
Joshua 9:14-15 (NKJV) – “Then the men of Israel took some of their provisions; but they did not ask counsel of the LORD. [15] So Joshua made peace with them, and made a covenant with them to let them live; and the rulers of the congregation swore to them.”
By failing to seek God’s advice, Israel was ashamed and embarrassed when they learned the men lived just a short distance away. A decision they made without first consulting God, produced consequences that Israel had to deal with for many generations. Five minutes in prayer could have helped them avoid this huge mistake.
Father, I need Your guidance in all I do. Direct me in the decisions I make so I may fully walk in Your ways. Lead me in the path that You want me to take. Guide my thoughts and my actions. I want to make choices that exalt You and bring You glory, not those that dishonor You and cause pain. Thank You for hearing me and guiding my steps.
Today, I’m worshiping with James Wilson and “Wait on the Lord.”
We love you and are praying for you. Be INSPIRED!
Pastor