Tuesday; February 25
How are we at decision-making? I know a lot of people who are so afraid of making a mistake that they never seem to get around to making a decision. I also know people who are so ready to move forward that they decide quickly – almost on instinct – and end up making more of a mess with their impetuousness. The truth is that if we want to be good decision-makers we need to find the middle ground. The wise man of the Old Treatment wrote, “Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, and he who hurries his footsteps errs.” (Proverbs 19:2). In other words, we need to stop and think before we move forward. I know there are exceptional times when we may have to make split-second decisions, but in most other cases, haste makes waste. Are you facing an impactful decision in your life? If so, take the time to practice due-diligence. Do research on the pros and cons of your choices. Talk to others who have made similar...