Facing Tough Choices

Facing Tough Choices

“Now it came to pass in those days that He went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. And when it was day, He called His disciples to Himself; and from them He chose twelve whom He also named apostles.” ~ Luke 6:12-13

Jesus knew that He only had three and a half years to disciple a bunch of ordinary people and turn them into world-shakers and history makers—He had to choose carefully who those men would be! That’s why Jesus only made His decision after spending time alone in prayer, seeking the Father for wisdom.

Every one of us has to make multiple decisions each day and many major decisions throughout our lives. Maybe right this very moment, you have to make a crucial decision about your career, your children, your house, your ministry or church, your finances, or something equally important to you.

Whatever the decisions may be—big or small—it’s important for you to follow Christ’s example and build an “altar” of prayer where you can dedicate time to seeking God’s direction and guidance.

Through your commitment to regular prayer, you will be able to discern the Holy Spirit’s quiet and precise leading. And through prayer, your faith and love for God will strengthen your desire to honor Him in all you do.

Prayer for the day:

Thank God for the guidance and strength He provides as you meet with Him in prayer. Ask Him for His help and guidance in the choices and decisions you need to make.