In this journey of life, we are faced with very tough decisions.

Sometimes we have to balance the wishes and expectations of those we care about with what is best for our own families and even for the greater whole.

Looking back at my younger years I realized that I was a peacemaker always wanting peace and harmony, no conflict. It might seem admirable; but, one of the short comings can be ignoring issues that need attention. Also, I had difficulty in saying “NO”. This caused me to over commit to things that God never intended for me to be involved in. I rather be excellent in a few things than mediocre in many. It is okay to say “NO”.

Pressure may come but it can be for your good.

Most diamonds are formed by high temperature and pressure deep within the earth. Diamonds are some of the most valuable and precious stones; so, pressure can refine you and make you more precious and valuable for his kingdom purposes.

Today, if you are struggling with a major decision remember that God will give you the wisdom to move in the right direction. Seek godly counsel. Make your decision and move forward in faith. Realize that God is always with you so lean on him while you walk through this new experience.

Be strong and courageous because God is for you.

• “If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to everyone generously and without rebuke or blame, and it will be given to him.” JAMES‬ ‭1:5‬ ‭AMP‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
• “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” Proverbs‬ ‭11:14‬ ‭KJV‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬
• For He has said, “I WILL NEVER [under any circumstances] DESERT YOU [nor give you up nor leave you without support, nor will I in any degree leave you helpless], NOR WILL I FORSAKE or LET YOU DOWN or RELAX M Y HOLD ON YOU [assuredly not]!”” ‭‭HEBREWS‬ ‭13:5‬ ‭AMP part b.‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬