The gut wrenching feeling you get the moment you make a poor decision is awful. It is almost like falling down a set of stairs! What’s worse is the insurmountable pride that keeps you from rectifying the the situation immediately. I have been there, done that, and have the scars tattooed upon my soul as a result. Wisdom just seems to escape me sometimes!Every pastor knows that he will have a lot to give account for when he stands before the judgment seat of Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:10) Though mere mortals, pastors have to be extra careful when making decisions. Many times the ones we make have larger consequences than realized initially.
Listed below are 5 questions to ask yourself before making decisions…
#1 – Is what I am about to do what CHRIST would like me to do?
#2 – Is what I am about to do in absolute agreement with the Word of God?
#3 – Is what I am about to do being done with a godly motive?
#4 – Is what I am about to do something I can live with?
#5 – Is what I am about to do something that will build up or edify God’s people?
Conclusion:
While there are many other thought provoking questions you can ask yourself when making decisions, the list above is a good one to start with! Jesus warned about campaigning without counting the cost. (Luke 14:28) May each spiritual leader remember that when we make decisions, they affect more than just us. Every decision is important and must be made with surgical care!
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The Preacher and His Preaching |
By A.P. Gibbs / ECS Ministries
This present books brings Gibb’s encyclopedic knowledge of the subject within our reach. Gibb’s seriousness, thoroughness, energy, and urgency breath from this book. First entitled A Primer on Preaching, as Gibbs matured so his study of the sacred art of preaching grew. His final edition was completed just months before his sudden homecall in an auto accident enroute to Hamilton, Ontario, for a two week series of Gospel meetings.
