We live in a world where we have so many options.

Choices:

If you want a soda, does that mean Coke, Pepsi, Dr Pepper, Sprite, etc.? If you want a restaurant, do you want steak, Italian food, Mexican food, Chinese food, etc.?  It’s the same thing with buying shoes or clothes. We are presented with so many options that at times it is difficult to make a decision.

Indecision:

Indecision means: the inability to make decisions quickly : a wavering between two or more possible courses of action.

Indecision is paralyzing, and our decisions do determine our destiny. So, we had better make the right ones. There is so much pressure that every decision seems to be life or death. It’s just not true. Sure, some decisions are more important than others, and we won’t get them all right. When we blow it, we are to learn from it and grow. But we have to make decisions every day, and the worst place, most frustrating place, to be is in the place of indecision.

Decision:

So, what are we to do? Firstly, let’s realize as Christians we have the word of God to help lead and guide us, to go to for direction. It is our map to lead us to the right path. It will help us make decisions. Secondly, don’t attempt to make a lot of decisions at once. Deal with one thing at a time and begin limiting your options. This will help you make decisions.

Along with the Bible, believing it enough to do it, act on it, will always be the best guide in making sound decisions — decisions that will bless us.

Just a thought,

PSS

In the profound journey of faith, one of the foundational beliefs that deeply enrich our understanding of ourselves and our purpose in life is the biblical assertion that we are made in the image of God. This concept is far more than a mere religious statement; it's a declaration of our inherent value and dignity. Genesis 1:27 tells us, "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." This passage illuminates the extraordinary worth placed upon us, indicating that our resemblance to God transcends the physical, touching on our capacity for love, moral discernment, creativity, and relationship-building. It's this spiritual likeness to our Creator that distinguishes us within the entirety of creation.

Understanding that we bear God's image is both elevating and challenging. It invites us to live lives that reflect the nobility of this divine attribution. This perspective encourages us to conduct ourselves with integrity, extend unconditional love, and serve others with a spirit of humility. When we grasp the magnitude of our value in God's eyes, it profoundly transforms our self-view and the manner in which we engage with those around us. Every person bears this sacred imprint, compelling us to treat each other with the utmost respect, compassion, and kindness, in acknowledgment of the God-given dignity inherent in every individual.

Moreover, recognizing ourselves as made in God's image has a profound effect on our spiritual journey. A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." This insight reveals that understanding our creation in God's likeness should draw us nearer to Him, encouraging a vibrant and personal relationship. It challenges us to reflect God's character through our actions, attitudes, and ambitions. In a world fraught with challenges and distractions, the awareness that we are made in the image of God anchors our identity and purpose. It reminds us that our calling is to be beacons of light in the darkness, mirroring the love and truth of our Creator in all that we do.

Just a thought,

PSS