What to Do Before Making a Big Decision
I’m Pastor Justin, and today, we’re talking about something super important—what to do before making a big decision.
For Parents
Children face choices every day, from small ones to ones that feel huge. This episode uses David asking God before battle to show that wise decisions start with prayer and trusted grown-ups, not rushing ahead alone. It tells the story of a boy with two invitations on the same Saturday who prayed, talked to his parents, and found a peaceful solution. At home, pick one decision your child is facing and pray about it together this week.
The One Thing for the Ride
“Before making a big decision, talk to God and the people who love you, because God sees the whole picture and wants to help.”
Scripture
2 Samuel 5:19
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Key Takeaways
- David asked God before rushing into battle, and God guided him.
- We don't have to figure big choices out on our own.
- Prayer plus trusted parents and teachers leads to wise decisions.
- God sees the whole picture and loves to help us choose well.
Try This Week
- Before making your next big decision this week, stop and pray to ask God what He thinks you should do.
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Questions Kids Ask
What should you do before making a big decision?
When David became king and his enemies gathered to fight, he did not rush into battle, he stopped and asked God what to do, and God answered him (2 Samuel 5:19). Sometimes we think we know best, but God sees the whole picture and wants to help. Before making a big decision, talk to God and the trusted grown-ups who love you.
