God's Glory Church

Making decisions is difficult.

Trying to make the perfect decision, we often get stuck in indecision. And while we should always prayerfully discern our next steps according to God’s Word and His ways, sometimes we overcomplicate things.

In his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul addresses the question of food, what they should or should not eat. So Paul took some of the pressure off the Christians by saying:

“Therefore, whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do everything to the glory of God.”
1 Corinthians 10:31

Although this passage was originally about food, the principle can be applied to any area of life. Whatever choice you make, make it for the glory of God. In this way, you will keep your conscience clear.

Are you cooking a meal or making a business deal? Do you play sports or build a house? Do you lead a team or raise children. Do you count the numbers or care for the vulnerable?

No matter what you do, your primary desire should be to love God and others, and every decision you make should be an example of that love. So ask yourself today: Does this decision honor God? Is this choice full of integrity? Can others see His character shining through my life? Will my decisions bring people closer to God or distance them from Him?

No matter what situation we are in, God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and His people to help us discern our next right course of action. Therefore, when making a decision, let’s try to honor God as much as possible, and then trust Him with our choice.