Wrong Choices Today Bring Sorrow Tomorrow By Major Frank Materu
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Key Scripture:
“The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble.”
• Proverbs 4:19 (KJV)
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Introduction
Every day, we are faced with decisions, big and small. These decisions shape the course of our lives and determine the direction we take. God warns His people against making impulsive choices that may lead to long-lasting sorrow. The key to making wise decisions is seeking God’s will and allowing His Spirit to guide us. In this teaching, we will explore how wrong choices today can bring sorrow tomorrow and how to avoid the pitfalls of disobedience.
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The Importance of Making Right Choices
“Making the right choices is critical in our walk with God. When we make decisions based on our own understanding or the pressures of the world, we are more likely to end up in regret. However, when we trust in God and seek His guidance, He promises to direct our paths. Right choices align with God’s will and lead us to peace, while wrong choices bring heartache and confusion.
The Consequences of Wrong Choices
“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
• Galatians 6:7 (KJV)
Wrong choices have consequences. Many people make decisions without considering the long-term effects, and as a result, they suffer. God is not mocked, and He holds us accountable for our actions. When we choose to ignore His ways, we often set ourselves up for sorrow, pain, and regret. These consequences are not because God delights in punishment, but because He desires to lead us in paths of righteousness, where we can experience His mercy and peace.
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The Danger of Idolatry and Worldly Influences
“Thou shalt have no other gods before Me.”
• Exodus 20:3 (KJV)
God is jealous for His people. He does not want us to worship idols or follow the ways of the world, for these things lead to destruction. When we make decisions that prioritize worldly desires over God’s will, we are choosing a path that will bring sorrow. The world offers temporary pleasures, but these come at the cost of eternal consequences. It is vital to guard our hearts from the influence of the world and instead seek God’s will in every decision.
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Repentance and Returning to God
“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
• 1 John 1:9 (KJV)
God’s heart is always open to those who repent and return to Him. If we find ourselves in a place of regret because of wrong choices, God offers forgiveness and restoration. He is faithful to forgive when we confess our sins and turn back to His ways. It is never too late to make the decision to follow God’s path and experience the joy of His presence once more.
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The Dangers of Pride and Self-Reliance
“Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.”
• Proverbs 16:18 (KJV)
Pride is one of the greatest obstacles to making right choices. When we rely on our own understanding and ignore God’s guidance, we are choosing the path of destruction. Pride blinds us to the reality of our need for God and leads us to make decisions that are contrary to His will. Humility, on the other hand, allows us to submit to God’s will and receive His wisdom for our lives.
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The Way of Life Through Obedience
“I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live.”
• Deuteronomy 30:19 (KJV)
God has given us the freedom to choose, and He encourages us to choose life. The way of life is found in obedience to God’s commands, and it is through obedience that we experience His blessings. Each decision we make is an opportunity to choose life over death, blessing over cursing. By seeking God’s will and following His commands, we can avoid the sorrow that comes from wrong choices and walk in the fullness of His blessings.
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The Importance of Fellowship with Believers
“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.”
• Proverbs 27:17 (KJV)
In the midst of making decisions, it is important to surround ourselves with other believers who seek to follow God’s will. Fellowship with like-minded individuals helps us stay on the right path and encourages us to make decisions that honor God. When we choose to align ourselves with those who are faithful to God’s Word, we are more likely to make choices that bring life and peace.
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Summary
Wrong choices made today can lead to sorrow tomorrow. The consequences of our decisions are far-reaching, and it is crucial that we make choices based on God’s will rather than our own desires or worldly influences. By trusting in God, seeking His guidance, and living in obedience to His commands, we can avoid the pitfalls of wrong choices. It is through repentance and returning to God that we find forgiveness and restoration, and through humility, we can walk in the path of life.
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Conclusion
Making right choices is not just about avoiding mistakes, but about aligning ourselves with God’s will. God has given us the freedom to choose, but He also calls us to choose wisely. The way of life is found in obedience to His commands, and it is through His guidance that we avoid the sorrow that comes from wrong decisions. Let us choose life, and may our choices reflect our trust in God’s perfect plan for our lives.
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Call to Action
Reflect on the choices you make each day. Are they aligned with God’s will? Seek His guidance in all things, and choose the path of life that He has set before you. Surround yourself with believers who will help you stay on the right path and encourage you to make choices that honor God.
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Final Word of Encouragement
Remember that God’s will for your life is good, and His ways are perfect. As you seek His guidance and trust in His wisdom, you will be able to make choices that lead to peace and joy. Don’t be deceived by the temporary pleasures of the world, for they lead only to sorrow. Instead, choose God’s way, and experience the fullness of His blessings in your life.
