Some of the worst advice we have ever received has come from the best friends we’ve ever had. A popular slogan of our modern culture tells us each to, “Follow your heart,” and we’ve all had close friends tell us as much. But is that a good plan? Is your heart reliable? Let’s discover three valuable components of decision-making from a familiar story where things almost went really wrong.

I. A Good Intention

II. Some Bad Advice

III. A Better Plan

Talk with God: Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal areas of your life where you choose to follow your heart instead of seeking His direction.

Talk with others: Ask a fellow believer or mentor to be your sounding board and keep you accountable to follow the Word rather than your heart.

Talk with kids: Why is faith in Jesus the only way to be saved?