Ecclesiastes
3:10-11 I have seen the business that God has given
to the children of man to be busy with. He has made everything beautiful in its
time.
Thinking is an important part of
decision making. Some people, even Christians, depend on their feelings when
they choose a career, a spouse or a new car. The sad thing today is that the
whole idea of “thinking” is being questioned. The problem for some is that to
think is showing a lack of faith. These people believe that they are to entrust
the whole process of decision making to God. They sit back and wait for Him to
shape the circumstances of life in a way that brings that new car or new boss
to their front door.
The most important thing we can do
when we are seeking God’s will for our decision is to think. The Bible teaches
us to get sound counsel from others, take a sober look at ourselves and our
talents and recognize the foolish and sinful things around us. God has provided
each of us with a mind to think, the gift of specific abilities and the
presence of family and friends. Recognizing that God has equipped us in this
way we should use what He has made available in us to make our decisions.
We must begin by thinking deeply,
truthfully and accurately. Help is available for us from the wise counsel of
friends, the Bible, pastors, teachers, counselors, etc. People we know in these
various circles each know us in different ways. They have seen us act, speak
and contemplate life in different ways. Teachers will tell you things about
yourself that are different than you parents or spouse. Our gifts, abilities and
talents are discerned not just by us but by those who see us from the outside.
God is the best judge of our
character and abilities. In fact He knows your desires and motivations for
using the gifts he has given you. Prayer and Bible study are critical to the
thinking and discerning process of decision making. One lie of Satan is that we
are to be unhappy with our work. In fact Adam and Eve were placed in the Garden
to work. It was God’s plan for them. Work is a source of nourishment for the
one who seeks God and his glory in their life. God has called you to be
fulfilled in your life and in your work. Think about how God has equipped you
and where you can find fulfillment in your choices and your work.
