Your Decision

What should I wear today? Should I obey when my mom asks me to do something, or should I pretend I don’t hear her? Do I argue with my brother or let him have my Lego figure? Should I do my homework or risk getting an “X” next to my name on the class list when the teacher checks?

Notice how many decisions you make by yourself every day?  Sometimes, it’s just about whether to wear a yellow or a green shirt. But often, your decisions impact you and others.

God has given us free will. This means we can do anything we want. But should we? The Bible says: “All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any” (1 Corinthians 6:12). Yes, everything is permitted – but not everything is good. Therefore, make wise decisions that are good for you and others.

Please find the following Bible passages with your parents or siblings and discuss your thoughts on these topics:

Choose obedience! Obey your parents and experience God’s blessing. – Ephesians 6:1-3

Choose to help others! – Galatians 6:2

Choose the Bible! Read the Bible every day or have it read to you and memorize Bible verses. – Psalm 119:9

Choose to pray! God is always available – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. – Hebrews 4:16

Choose good friends! Stay away from children who misbehave and can negatively influence you. – Proverbs 13:20

Choose what you (don’t) say! Ensure everything you say is good, helpful, kind, and true. – Psalm 19:15

Choose patience! – Ephesians 4:2 and Proverbs 16:32

Choose joy! – Philippians 4:4

Choose to trust God! – Proverbs 3:5-6

God wants to help you make decisions if you let Him. “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” (James 1:5). God often uses your parents, your grandparents, or your Sunday school teachers to show you the right way.

Make your decisions with God!

Jessica Mueller