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Making The Right Decision

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Proverbs 3:5–6

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. — read the full passage →

Psalms 32:8

I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you shall go. I will counsel you with my eye on you.

Proverbs 11:14

Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls, but in the multitude of counselors there is victory.

James 1:5

But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.

Philippians 4:6–7

In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. — read the full passage →

Philippians 4:7

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.

Proverbs 14:12

There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

Isaiah 30:21

and when you turn to the right hand, and when you turn to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way. Walk in it.”

Proverbs 15:22

Where there is no counsel, plans fail; but in a multitude of counselors they are established.

Romans 12:2

Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.

Proverbs 18:15

The heart of the discerning gets knowledge. The ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

Jeremiah 33:3

Call to me, and I will answer you, and will show you great things, and difficult, which you don’t know.

Romans 12:12

rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer;

1 Kings 3:9

Give your servant therefore an understanding heart to judge your people, that I may discern between good and evil; for who is able to judge this your great people?”

Proverbs 16:9

A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps.

Proverbs 2:6

For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.

1 Corinthians 13:10

but when that which is complete has come, then that which is partial will be done away with.

Proverbs 16:3

Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed.

Psalms 16:11

You will show me the path of life. In your presence is fullness of joy. In your right hand there are pleasures forever more.

1 Peter 3:15

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts; and always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, with humility and fear:

John 3:16–17

For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →

Psalms 37:5

Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this:

Matthew 9:29

Then he touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith be it done to you.”

Joel 3:14

Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the day of Yahweh is near, in the valley of decision.

Matthew 16:19

I will give to you the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will have been bound in heaven; and whatever you release on earth will have been released in heaven.”

Deuteronomy 30:19

I call heaven and earth to witness against you this day, that I have set before you life and death, the blessing and the curse. Therefore choose life, that you may live, you and your descendants;

Psalms 1:1–6

Blessed is the man who doesn’t walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand on the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of scoffers; — read the full passage →

Proverbs 2:6–8

For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. — read the full passage →

Luke 10:41–42

Jesus answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, — read the full passage →

Psalms 119:105

Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.

Proverbs 19:20–21

Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter end. — read the full passage →

James 3:17

But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceful, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.

Joshua 1:9

Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid, neither be dismayed: for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

Isaiah 2:1–22

This is what Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. — read the full passage →

Proverbs 19:20

Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter end.

Proverbs 16:33

The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.

Proverbs 2:6–9

For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. — read the full passage →

Psalms 37:4–5

Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. — read the full passage →

Psalms 25:12

What man is he who fears Yahweh? He shall instruct him in the way that he shall choose.

John 16:13

However when he, the Spirit of truth, has come, he will guide you into all truth, for he will not speak from himself; but whatever he hears, he will speak. He will declare to you things that are coming.

Joshua 24:15

If it seems evil to you to serve Yahweh, choose this day whom you will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve Yahweh.”

Proverbs 13:20

One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:6

In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.

Romans 8:28

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.

John 1:12

But as many as received him, to them he gave the right to become God’s children, to those who believe in his name:

Luke 14:28–30

For which of you, desiring to build a tower, doesn’t first sit down and count the cost, to see if he has enough to complete it? — read the full passage →

1 John 5:14

This is the boldness which we have toward him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us.

James 4:7

Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Matthew 6:33

But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.

Proverbs 3:6

In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Psalms 37:7

Rest in Yahweh, and wait patiently for him. Don’t fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who makes wicked plots happen.

Ephesians 5:15–17

Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise; — read the full passage →

Isaiah 41:10

Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

James 4:17

To him therefore who knows to do good, and doesn’t do it, to him it is sin.

Galatians 3:28

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Jeremiah 17:9

The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt: who can know it?

Hebrews 11:6

Without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing to him, for he who comes to God must believe that he exists, and that he is a rewarder of those who seek him.

Colossians 3:17

Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father, through him.

Romans 14:19

So then, let us follow after things which make for peace, and things by which we may build one another up.

John 3:16

For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

2 Peter 1:10

Therefore, brothers, be more diligent to make your calling and election sure. For if you do these things, you will never stumble.

John 5:30

I can of myself do nothing. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is righteous; because I don’t seek my own will, but the will of my Father who sent me.

Ecclesiastes 9:4

For to him who is joined with all the living there is hope; for a living dog is better than a dead lion.

Proverbs 18:1–24

An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment. — read the full passage →

Psalms 27:14

Wait for Yahweh. Be strong, and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for Yahweh.

1 Chronicles 16:11

Seek Yahweh and his strength. Seek his face forever more.

2 Timothy 2:15

Give diligence to present yourself approved by God, a workman who doesn’t need to be ashamed, properly handling the Word of Truth.

1 Corinthians 10:31

Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.

Luke 1:37

For everything spoken by God is possible.”

Jeremiah 6:16

Thus says Yahweh, “Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, ‘Where is the good way?’ and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it.’

James 1:2–4

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, — read the full passage →

Hebrews 13:5

Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”

2 Timothy 1:7

For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

1 Thessalonians 5:16–18

Rejoice always. — read the full passage →

Jeremiah 10:23

Yahweh, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man who walks to direct his steps.

Psalms 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth.”

Psalms 37:23–24

A man’s goings are established by Yahweh. He delights in his way. — read the full passage →

Psalms 19:8

Yahweh’s precepts are right, rejoicing the heart. Yahweh’s commandment is pure, enlightening the eyes.

Joshua 1:8

This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.

1 Peter 5:7

casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

Hebrews 4:15

For we don’t have a high priest who can’t be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, but one who has been in all points tempted like we are, yet without sin.

2 Timothy 3:16

Every Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness,

1 Corinthians 1:10

Now I beg you, brothers, through the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfected together in the same mind and in the same judgment.

John 15:7

If you remain in me, and my words remain in you, you will ask whatever you desire, and it will be done for you.

Mark 11:22–24

Jesus answered them, “Have faith in God. — read the full passage →

Isaiah 54:17

No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of the servants of Yahweh, and their righteousness which is of me,” says Yahweh.

Proverbs 21:2

Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but Yahweh weighs the hearts.

Psalms 16:8

I have set Yahweh always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.

Revelation 1:1

This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John,

1 John 2:15–16

Don’t love the world, neither the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. — read the full passage →

1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

Acts 20:28

Take heed, therefore, to yourselves, and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the assembly of the Lord and God which he purchased with his own blood.

Matthew 11:28–30

“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. — read the full passage →

Proverbs 27:12

A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

Proverbs 3:13–18

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gets understanding. — read the full passage →

Psalms 55:22

Cast your burden on Yahweh, and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved.

2 Thessalonians 3:13

But you, brothers, don’t be weary in doing well.

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