The Deciding Factor

By: Rev. Steve Bass

Sunday, November 2, 1997

Scripture Meditation: Jeremiah 29:11-13

1. Consult the Bible
   
2. Pray for God's wisdom
   
   
   
   1. Be open to the Holy Spirit 1 Corinthians 2:11-12
      
   2. Be patient Psalm 46:10
      
   3. Recognize the message
      
   4. Understand the desire God puts in your heart Psalm 37:4
   
   
3. Gather all the facts Luke 14:28
   
   
   
   1. Sit down
      
   2. Count the cost
   
   
4. Seek out wise counselors
   
   
   
   1. Choose godly counselors Psalm 1:1 Galatians 5:22-23
      
   2. Choose wise and knowledgeable Proverbs 24:6
      
   3. Choose caring counselors Proverbs 27:6
   
   
5. Follow where God leads Isaiah 42:16 Proverbs 3:5-6
   
   
   
   1. The peace test Colossians 3:15
      
   2. The open door test Matthew 7:7-8
      
   3. The sign test Isaiah 7:10-14