Eight Tests for Decision Making

1. Scriptural Test – “Has God already spoken about it in His Word?” (2 Timothy 3:16)

2. Secrecy Test – “Would it bother me if everyone knew this was my choice?” (Proverbs 11:3)

3. Survey Test – “What if everyone followed my example?” (1 Timothy 4:12)

4. Spiritual Test – “Am I being people-pressured or Spirit-led?” (Galatians 1:10)

5. Stumbling Test – “Could this cause another person to stumble?” (Romans 14:21)

6. Serenity Test – “Have I prayed and received peace about this decision?” (Philippians 4:6-7)

7. Sanctification Test – “Will this keep me from growing in the character of Christ?” (2 Cor. 3:18)

8. Supreme Test – “Does this glorify God?” (1 Corinthians 10:31)

“Walk as children of light . . . and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:8, 10)