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Bible Verses About Guidance and Decisions
Scripture for big choices and not knowing what to do next.
10 verses for big choices and not knowing what to do next, in the King James Version. Tap Copy to send one to a friend, or print the page for your fridge, journal or small group.
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.Proverbs 3:5–6 (KJV)
I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.Psalm 32:8 (KJV)
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.James 1:5 (KJV)
And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.Isaiah 30:21 (KJV)
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.Psalm 119:105 (KJV)
A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.Proverbs 16:9 (KJV)
The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD : and he delighteth in his way.Psalm 37:23 (KJV)
Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.Jeremiah 33:3 (KJV)
Where no counsel is , the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.Proverbs 11:14 (KJV)
Shew me thy ways, O LORD ; teach me thy paths. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.Psalm 25:4–5 (KJV)
How to use these verses this week
- Pick one. Choose the verse that hits closest to what you are facing today.
- Write it down. Put it on your phone’s lock screen or a sticky note where you’ll see it.
- Pray it back. Turn the verse into a sentence to God in your own words.
- Learn it by heart. Our free memory verse flashcards make it easier.
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Questions
What is the best Bible verse about guidance?
Many people turn to Proverbs 3:5–6: “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”
Which translation are these verses?
King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain in the United States, so you can copy, print and share them freely.