By Andrea Merrell
But don’t
begin until you count the cost.
Luke 14:28 NLT
It’s been my motto for years: when in doubt … don’t.
But we did.
My husband and I made a hasty, spur-of-the-moment
decision—something we typically never do—and it has, as they say, come back to
haunt us.
Snap decisions are rarely a good idea unless you’re
in a life or death situation. In our home, we talk, think, and pray about things,
especially large purchases.
The Bible instructs us to “count the cost.” In
other words, it’s foolish to begin a construction project without knowing if
you have enough money to complete it. Or for that matter, to begin anything else without knowing all the details.
In our case, we judged the proverbial book—a used
car—by its cover. This vehicle had a beautiful exterior, a low price, and
included all the bells and whistles. What we found between the pages—under the
hood and front bumper—was a nightmare.
We’re instructed throughout Scripture to pray
about everything. God wants us to
consult Him about whatever we do so He can give us input (godly wisdom,
knowledge, and understanding). He cares about what we care about and wants to
be involved in our decision-making. Even though every answer we receive may not
be clear-cut, we can make it a habit to “pursue the things which make for peace”
(Romans 14:19 NKJV).
Fortunately, God redeemed our mistake, helped
us make necessary repairs, and has given us direction about how to move forward.
Hopefully, we’ll listen a little more carefully the next time around.
If you have a big decision facing you, ask God to
show you the way. Then pursue peace.
And remember. When in doubt … don’t.
(Photo courtesy of FreeDigitalPhotos.net and Stuart Miles. )
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