SLP357 - 5 Things Every Person Should Do When Faced With A Major Decision

The Strategic Living Podcast with Brian Holmes

Everything in our lives, from the time we’re very young, as we go through school and college, and certainly as we become adults, is a series of the results of choices we’ve made.

Relationships, jobs, careers, and even major purchases – are all choices you’re faced with.

I’m going to share 5 things every person should consider doing when faced with an important decision to be made.
Feature Presentation:

1. SLOW DOWN
   It might be our instant gratification society, but somehow we’ve programmed ourselves to believe every major decision needs to happen immediately. That is not the case! Slow down, seek counsel, pray about it, and don’t make a decision in haste.
2. SEEK COUNSEL
   When you’re surrounded by godly, wise people, you’re going to be aided in making the best possible decision. From their experience, knowledge, and care for you, they’ll help you come to the right choice.
3. CONSIDER THE COST
   Every decision has pros and cons. On the front in, as much as you can, gather data. List out the benefits and the negatives, and see what it will really cost you. What will you gain and what will you have to give up?
4. CHECK THE ALIGNMENT
   “Who am I? Why am I here?” Make sure to run a check for what you’re doing up against who you are. Does it align internally and externally?
5. PRAY
   Inquire (from God) as to whether any of these choices you’re faced with have anything to do with the purpose He put you here for. If we’ll ask, He’ll answer, and listen to what He has to say.

These five steps will help you in your decisions, and I know great things are in your future.