“A prudent man gives thought to his steps.” Proverbs 14:15
If you’re still making the same mistake; at fifty that you were at twenty, you need to ask God for wisdom. ‘The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out’(Proverbs 18:15). What you are in the present, was determined by the decisions you made in the past. If you want to change your future, learn to make better decisions. Be wise; let these principles guide you:
- Never make permanent decisions based on temporary circumstances. If you do, you’ll regret it.
- Don’t let your emotions blind you to reason. Pray, weigh things carefully and based your decisions on mature judgment.
- Surround yourself with sharp people and draw on their gifts, without being intimidated by their expertise.
- Take the time to consider all options. What looks good to you today, may not look good to you tomorrow.
- You can’t fight successfully on every front. So choose your battles carefully. Simply stated: some things are not worth fighting for.
- Consider the consequences of each action. Ask yourself, ‘Am I ready to handle this right now?
- Make sure your expectations don’t exceed your potential and your resources. Be realistic. If you can’t count, don’t apply for a job in the finance office. If you can’t sing, don’t cut an album. Focus on what gift God gave you. That’s where you’ll succeed.
Allow yourself a 10% risk of being wrong, a 50% likelihood of betrayal, and a 100% commitment to trust God. Go forward and survive it all.
SEE YOU AT THE TOP!!!
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