V. E. Gilkerson
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Subject: Don't Be Tormented by Indecision! Fresh Manna by Pastor Tim Burt
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by Pastor Tim Burt
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Do you ever have to make a decision? Obviously, yes! Are some of those
important? Again, of course! Do you ever have to make life-changing decisions,
such as who you're going to marry, or where you're going to live, or if you
should take this new job? Decision-making is a part of our everyday life.
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The majority of our decisions fall in the category of things like What am I
going to wear? or What should I make for dinner? or What should I order off the
menu? Most inconsequential decisions aren't going to cause a dilemma or a
crisis, so we shouldn't lose any sleep over them. But other decisions are
life-changing, and it is sometimes so very difficult to know what to do.
I remember a time when I was facing a life-changing decision. I had sought God
about it and honestly, He made it easy to know what to do but my flesh wanted
to do something else. Instead of just yielding to what I knew the Lord wanted
me to do, I kept thinking about the decision my flesh wanted me to make. I
actually spend months tormenting myself over what the Lord was trying to make
easy. When we live in indecision, it truly is tormenting! Why? James 1:8 says,
"...a double-minded man is unstable in all he does."
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One day the Lord spoke to me and said, It's up to you to stop this
double-minded thinking. Rest in the decision I've told you to make and cast
down any other thoughts regarding it and you'll be happy and move forward
again. Then He reminded me of 2 Corinthians 10:5 (NKJV) that says, "Casting
down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of
God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ." I knew
I had to do this and be committed to the right decision. When I did, peace came
quickly, my joy and excitement returned, and I was no longer distracted.
Decision making is a part of life so let me bring you a wonderful thought to
think about. God is never surprised. He knows every decision you will ever
make—good or bad. He wants to help you make the right ones that will keep you
in His perfect will for your life and will try to lead you in that decision.
But you are not a puppet and He does not control you! He will allow you to make
wrong decisions. That's why you are going to have to see Him and yield to His
will, not your fleshly desires.
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Ephesians chapter 1 tells us that before God created the world, He declared
that He wanted you to receive Jesus as your Savior and live for Him. 2 Timothy
1:9 (NIV) says, "...who has saved us and called us to a holy life--not because
of anything we have done but because of His own purpose and grace. This grace
was given us in Christ Jesus BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF TIME."
God had a plan to lead you before He began creating the world! Wow! Knowing
that, you can trust that He'll lead you in every step! He wants to lead you in
a life of purpose, significance, and influence for Him. Those are all choices
you have to make, but He will help you make them if you look to Him. James 1:5
(NLT) says, "If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to
you. He will not rebuke you for asking."
Being double-minded will torment you. Asking God to help lead you to make right
and godly decisions is something He delights in doing and wants you to seek Him
for. When He shows you, be committed to it. Second guessing yourself will
torment you but trusting Him will lead you to the right place. Come to the
place in your life where you want God's ways more than your own. Know that He
wants and knows what is best for you. He will make your life significant and
blessed, and happy and full of joy! Don't be double-minded. Ask and trust Him
as He leads you!
Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT) "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on
your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which
path to take."
In His Love,
Pastor Tim Burt
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