Good morning! This is the time of year when many long term decisions are being crafted. At the church we have begun work on our budget for 2006. During these times of planning, many tough decisions have to be made. Ministries to fund, ministries to cut, capital expenditures, building repairs, etc…all have to be weighed. Each of these decisions will affect the lives of the people we serve.
In life we face crossroads and decision points on an almost daily basis. The consequences of our choices can also have far reaching effects. A good choice could lead to positive changes in our lives, while a bad choice could have very negative consequences.
At times like these the importance of wise counsel is critical. Consider these words:
Proverbs
Plans succeed through good counsel; don't go to war without the advice of others.
Too many times we have a “Lone Ranger” mentality in the face of critical decisions. We forget that even the “Lone Ranger” had “Tonto” his faithful companion by his side. We allow our pride to get in the way of seeking the counsel of others. We don’t want to “bother” them with our troubles. Yet the wise counsel of another is just what we need.
Wise counsel brings objectivity into your situation. A fresh set of eyes to look over the landscape…someone with a different set of experiences and strengths who can identify pitfalls that you might have missed. I find that many times God speaks to me through those he has put around me. They often have insights that would never even have crossed my mind.
If you are facing a difficult decision or a time of crisis in your life this week, start by seeking the counsel of God Himself. Search out the Bible for verses that speak to your particular situation. Then gather together objective, Godly counsel. Pray with them, share your heart and listen for God to speak through them. You will be amazed at the clarity wise counsel can bring.
Until next Monday, may God’s richest blessings be yours this week.Carl
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