Choices

In our everyday Christian spiritual battle, we make countless decisions. Realistically, some are good and some are bad; sometimes, we think, "I wish I had that to do over again, because I would do it differently." That mistake was a learning process! We often find ourselves struggling with the strength to choose between good, better, and best. If we consult the indwelling Holy Spirit, we will generally have a reasonable concept of what is good and bad; He prompts our consciences to help us. Many times, we try to respond in a way to accomplish some intended goal, but we may not be able to completely anticipate the results. Sometimes, a major challenge is the strength and confidence to act on our true beliefs. If we ask, the Holy Spirit can help with goal clarification, guidance, and strength to move forward on good, even excellent decisions - no matter how inconvenient this excellent decision may seem. Paul would say, “And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.” - Phil. 1:9-10 (ESV)