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May 2024
37m 53s

"How Do I Know if I’m Making the Right D...

The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast
About this episode

We have to make so many decisions every day, both big and small. But sometimes the influx of choices to be made can be so overwhelming that we feel paralyzed. Is this the right move? Did I really hear from God on this? What if I make the wrong choice?

Today's episode is part of an ongoing series titled "Ask a Theologian" — conversations with Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and Content Manager for Lysa TerKeurst, Shae Hill. In every episode, Joel and Shae will tackle everyday questions with theological insight and practical takeaways.

Related Resources:

  • Release the tension of wondering, If God is near, why does He sometimes feel far away? and learn how to invite His presence into your everyday life with Lysa TerKeurst's FREE resource "The Prayer I Pray Every Morning." Download here.
  • If God has felt silent as you’ve sought His wisdom and direction, we have good news: There is a way to hear His voice in His Word, giving the guidance you need. That’s why we made our next study, Proverbs: Everyday Guidance for Making Everyday Decisions, which starts May 27 in the free First 5 mobile app! Through the book of Proverbs, we get to see real-life examples of what it looks like to live in a way that honors Him. Click here to order your digital study guide.
  • Tune in every Tuesday to Joel's Instagram for “Theology Talk Tuesday,” where he'll answer your most asked questions about God, the Bible and more. 
  • Sign up on Joel’s website to receive free “bite-sized theology” through a monthly newsletter you can read in five minutes or less.
  • Click here to download a transcript of this episode. 

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