Decision Time

If you’re like me you probably felt a little frustrated during the press conference called by the two Independents, Tony Windsor and Rob Oakeshott.  “When are they going give me the answer I’m waiting to hear?” was the question going through my mind.   Over the past 17 days I’ve heard various comments about the actions of the Independents.  “These guys are holding the country to ransom.” and “What’s taking them so long to make a decision?” were the most common questions and statements made by my friends.  I believe that in explaining the process they went through to come to their decision what the Independents were practicing was a form of discernment. In the Christian tradition, however, discernment is more than just a process you go through.

Important decisions take time and prayer.  Instant answers aren’t always the best answers. There is a sifting process you go through as you determine the important criteria you have to keep in mind in coming to your decision.   For the individual it’s about determining which line of action will allow me to grow in my relationship with God. The challenging part comes when you have to make a decision between two good alternatives.  It’s not easy but it come be done.  It is a skill you develop and hone as you practice it more. This goes hand in hand with a daily encounter with God in prayerfully reading Scripture.

Peace,

Br Mark