Freely Given... Freely Chosen.

I believe God is pro-choice.

He provides us, mere beings, with options and the free will to choose. He does not corner us and simply force us to be at that, though sometimes it may appear it to be. It is in the most difficult situations that we must earnestly seek His wisdom and relenting guidance.

In times where various options are presented, one must be diligent and assess them to ensure it lies within one’s passion and purpose. In a world of plentiful and distractions, it is hard to discern from what is in front of us. This is when it becomes imperative to focus on the Word and seek wisdom. Wisdom will come from many different sources, but nonetheless, pursue it.

There is never a time where there is just one choice. As mentioned earlier, though it may seem we are trapped in a corner, there are always “exit signs”, which are available to us. Not to say that we should not persevere when times are rough but merely stating the point that we have a choice to change. We, then, have a choice to make these changes that comes from our willingness to create opportunities.  “A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” (Prov 16:9 NKJV)

Through seeking His wisdom and guidance, we are sometimes led to paths we don’t quite understand. It is in these times that we have to trust and have faith that all things work together for the good. We are to lean not on our own understanding but, instead, trust in the Lord in everything we do and He will make our paths straight.

With our limited knowledge and sight, we can only see what is in front of us but God, being all knowing, is able to see the entire picture from beginning to end. In the Bible, it states, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jer 29:11 NIV)

Choices… what a great gift!... but at times, it just seems easier to not have any choice and simply have a predetermined route for us to take on. But without choices, there will be no change, no free will, no adventure, no new experiences, no need for God… no choice (no way).