Do The Best Christians I Know Agree That it is Right? #Questionable Things

"In multitude of counsellors there is safety."—Proverbs 24:6.

There have been instances in my life where I have had a difficult time deciding about a matter. After using all the previous guidelines we've discussed, I still wasn't satisfied. My last resort was to seek the counsel of good, godly Christians.

When you are faced with a questionable matter, approach several Christians individually and get their opinions. Their counsel is valuable in helping make the right decisions.

—this series was condensed and used from the pamphlet, Deciding Questionable Things for the Christian by Dr. Curtis Hutson. If you would like to read this in its entirety, please order your copy today from SwordBooks.com

Does it Bring Glory to God? #Questionable Things

"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."—I Corinthians 10:31. 

Whatsoever we do, we are to do it to the glory of God. That would involve anything the Christian wants to do or is ever tempted to do.

Does the thing you have a question about bring honor to God? Does it glorify God? Does it give God a good name? If not, then it is wrong. 

"He leadenth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake."—Psalm 23:3.

We are Christians. We bear His name. Our lifestyle, language, attitudes, and manner of dress reflect on His name. Unless you are convinced the thing in question will bring glory to God, then don't do it.

Does it Please God? #Questionable Things

"And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight."—I John 3:22

It is possible for one to keep His commandments, but what if there is no clear commandment regarding the matter in question? Some things are clearly commanded while others are not.

When there is no commandment to obey, then the question is, "Does it please God?" Can you honestly and sincerely say, "This thing I want to do pleases God?" If the Christian cannot honestly say yes, then he shouldn't do it. 

The Christian should never do anything unless he is thoroughly convinced that it will please the Lord.