SECOND MISTAKE
- Verse 9, Lot’s choice made according to a man’s suggestion with no regard to God. Abram had God all over his portion [Gen.13:14-18]
Lot was probably riding on Abram’s coat tails, meaning his blessings had come from association with Abram. God had blessed him for Abram’s sake. Joseph [Gen.39:5] and Jacob [Gen.30:27] both are examples of God blessing someone else for their sakes. This may have been the first time Lot had to make a decision on his own. He took Abram’s suggestion and never consulted God or asked any counsel.
Seek Godly counsel – Be sure to be honest and truthful with your counselor, be willing to do what they say, and remember that you and you only are responsible for your choices.
Seek Two or Three Witnesses – The Bible says that every word is established by two or three witnesses.
You must go to God – You have His words and Prayer for access and help.
Seeking Godly counsel when you make choices in your life is very important. You can’t trust your heart [Jer.17:9] or your way [Jer.10:23]. Put your trust in the words of God and those who you know have a Godly wisdom to help you make the correct choice. Then get with God and go for it.