How do you make decisions?

How do you make decisions? Flip a coin? Procrastinate?

I like how they did it in the First Century church. The book of Acts records that the leadership team was seeking direction on an important strategic decision. Which way to go? Who should decide?

Then, Acts 15:28 records: “It seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us…”

So, they allowed the Spirit of God to lead their decision making. They put the matter before the Lord. And they listened to the still small voice of the Holy Spirit for the answer.

But it seems they also sought consensus from the group. And, they felt affirmed by God and by one another.

Next time your team is making a decision, pray that it would seem good to the Holy Spirit and to us as we decide and move forward.