I’m trying to get ‘real’ organized. If you’re familiar with “Getting Things Done” concept, you know I’ve had my work cut out for the past couple of days. I have all my ‘stuff’ in one basket and now organizing it. I’m using a scanner to save all my reference documents and Evernote to plan all my tasks and projects. I’ll let you know later if this makes my life simpler.
Anyway, while going through my files I found a great list of 15 questions to ask when you’re making a decision. Most decisions are pretty black and white – it’s either right or wrong. But some decisions are more complicated. This has helped me and I hope it helps you as you make decisions. I haven’t quoted the verse, but the reference is included so you can look it up later.
Biblical Guidelines for Decision-Making
- Does this not slow me down spiritually? (Hebrews 12:1)
- Can it be profitable or useful (1 Corinthians 6:12)
- Can I be Spirit-controlled in this? (1 Corinthians 6:12)
- Can it allow me to be a good example? (Romans 14:13)
- Can it help spread the Gospel? (Colossians 4:5)
- Can it help other Christians? (1 Corinthians 10:23)
- Can it glorify God? (1 Corinthians 10:31)
- Can I imitate Christ in this? (1 John 2:6)
- Does this have nothing to do with avenging myself? (Leviticus 19:18)
- Can I demonstrate forgiveness in this? (Matthew 18:21-22)
- Can I be a good steward in this? (Luke 12:37-38)
- Will this not conform me to Satan’s world? (Romans 12:2)
- Can I put others before me in this? (Romans 12:10)
- Can I maintain peace with others n this? (Romans 12:18)
- Can this show my subjection to authority? (Romans 13:1)
What decisions have you made recently? What has helped you make good decisions? Let’s talk…