Why does God give us choice?
Why does God give us choice?
God created humanity in the image of God and called them to partner with him in expanding his creation. But partnership requires trust, so God gave humanity the freedom to make their own choices. Sadly, the first humans made the choice to trust their own wisdom over God’s.
How do you make a choice with God?
When wondering how do I ask God to make the right decision, three helpful steps are prayer, reading the Bible, and seeking advice from wise people. These steps are particularly significant when a big decision is weighing on your spirit.
What passage in the Bible are linked to freedom and choices?
“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
How can I follow God’s will for my life?
Following God’s Plan for Your Life:
- Be in prayer. A way to know that you are following God’s plan for your life is by being in prayer.
- Be actively reading in the Word.
- Follow the commands He puts on your heart.
- Seek a godly community.
- Obey the Truth.
Where in the Bible does it talk about making decisions?
Proverbs 46:10. Remember that most decisions don’t have to be made in the next few seconds. And big decisions, such as whether you will move into an assisted living community and which one you might choose, should take time when possible.
Does God make our choices for US?
God won’t make our choices for us. He wants us to mature, increasing in our knowledge, understanding and ability to make wise choices. We do so by persistently renewing our minds and setting the Word of God as the final authority in our lives. This is the key to wisdom and sound decisions.
What does God want you to do in life?
God wants us to make life decisions based on what will have eternal benefits, what will bring Him glory, and what will expand our faith. One of the greatest choices we make is to obey Christ in all things. Obedience does not come naturally for us. Our sinful nature often influences our decisions, choices, habits, and priorities.
Do your choices reflect your faith in God?
Spend time today examining the choices that you make and what they reveal about your faith in God. If your choices reflect a weak faith, confess this to God and seek His forgiveness. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in making wise, eternal choices and to give you the strength to step out in faith.
Does God have a plan for our lives?
We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps. God has a specific plan for our lives and He gives us free will, as well as the guidelines of His Word and the witness of the Holy Spirit to make choices. The devil will never ease up on trying to confuse our decisions.