Making Decisions With God in the Everyday and Life’s Big Moments
How many of us wonder if we are getting everyday life right? Can I tell you something? I have asked God about everything from where to put my keys to what to make for dinner. I used to think making decisions with God only mattered in those big seasons. But the longer I walk this out, the more I see Him wanting to meet me right in my regular routines. Making decisions with God isn’t reserved for the tough stuff, and hearing God's voice daily often happens right in ordinary moments. He wants every piece.
Does this sound familiar? You want to honor God with your decisions, but you’re not sure where to start or maybe it just feels overwhelming. In our recent podcast episode, my friend Alana and I sat down and talked about what happens when life surprises us. Let me tell you, life rarely goes according to plan. But here’s the thing — inviting God in does not need to be complicated. It can start right where you are, in the middle of that kitchen mess or that afternoon car line, in laughter or tears.
Why Making Decisions With God Isn’t Just for Big Changes
I used to wait for the crisis. The job offer, the move, the new baby, the loss. That’s when I would find myself praying, Lord, help me with this decision! And it’s not wrong to go to Him with the big things. He wants that. But what I missed for so long was the peace that comes when you loop Him in on your regular routines. Making decisions with God matters in all of it.
Imagine this — instead of carrying the pressure of every tiny choice, you just stop and whisper, God, what do you have for me here, learning how to obey God in uncertainty? In our podcast, we talked about how the schedules we set, the chores we do, even when to ask for help, all shift when we bring God into the conversation and begin trusting God with family decisions. Alana shared about asking Jesus for guidance before making schedules for her kids, or even planning meals. I smiled and thought, why do we forget to ask Him about the simple stuff? Sometimes the heavy comes from trying to run everything on our own, and healing from spiritual perfectionism begins with releasing that control. But when making decisions with God becomes the habit, nothing is too small or too messy for Him to handle.
What Happens When You Invite God Into Your Everyday Routine?
- You pause before jumping into another task by practicing spiritual self care habits
- You ask Him to help set priorities for your day
- Your home feels more peaceful (even when nothing around you changes)
- You feel less alone in your responsibilities
- You sense His leading, even in the smallest things
There’s no spiritual formula for making decisions with God, because deepening relationship with God is built on trust, not perfection. It’s relationship, not perfection. But the more you do it, the more you see how He cares about each detail.
How Do I Start Making Decisions With God Every Day?
Let me tell you about a Tuesday morning not long ago. Dishes everywhere, kids squabbling, my to-do list looked endless. I stopped in the middle of folding towels and just asked, God, will you help me sort out what matters most today? Not just the crisis-level prayers, but the normal middle-of-the-day mess. It might sound simple, but it changed everything. Suddenly, what needed to happen next felt clearer. I could let go of perfect and focus on presence. That's making decisions with God - right there in the small and not-so-glorious stuff.
Here are a few ways I practice it (maybe you want to try one):
- Before you start your day, ask God what’s most important
- Invite Him to show you where to give your time or ask for help
- Let go of pinning everything to Pinterest perfection and ask the Holy Spirit instead
- Pause before saying yes or no, and check in with Him about your answer
- Open Scripture for wisdom, even when it doesn’t seem related
Over time, small questions grow into bigger trust. And, friend, your heart starts to rest differently. In the podcast, Alana said that God cared about her cleaning schedule, her grocery list, and how she ran her household. I laughed, but she’s right. He sees. He cares.
Why God Wants Our Everyday, Not Just Our Emergencies
Sometimes I wondered if my everyday mattered to Him. Does He really care about the small decisions? The answer is yes. Scripture shows God working in the lives of people right in their daily routines - shepherds keeping sheep, fishermen tending nets, mothers stacking bread. When you practice making decisions with God, it isn’t about getting the “right” answer. It’s about who you are becoming and how close you get to Him in the process.
I love how in Jeremiah 29, right in the middle of exile and confusion, God tells His people: "For I know the plans I have for you - this is the Lord’s declaration - plans for your well-being, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope" (Jeremiah 29:11 CSB). But here’s what grabs me — the part that comes next. He invites them to seek, call, and pray. We don’t find out His plans by guessing or worrying. We discover them by staying close. That daily practice of making decisions with God draws us into His hope, right in the thick of everyday life.
What If I Mess Up While Making Decisions With God?
Let me ask you, have you ever second-guessed a decision and wondered if you invited God in fully? My hand is raised. There were times I thought I missed it - like I should have prayed more, read Scripture longer, or just known better. But the beauty of making decisions with God is that He covers our gaps. He isn’t keeping a scorecard. His grace is right here for our mistakes and our missteps.
In our podcast, I shared how sometimes we look for a blueprint and forget to look for His presence. God isn’t searching for perfect followers. He’s inviting us to stay near, ask for wisdom, and trust Him to lead us. The safety net is grace. The promise is that when we seek, we find. When we listen, He speaks.
Learning to Trust God With Both the Hard and the Good
One thing that surprised me was learning to trust God with the good things too. Sometimes I found it easier to cry out in the hard moments, but I struggled to trust Him when the blessings felt heavy or unexpected. Maybe you know what I mean. The gift, the opportunity, or the answered prayer can sometimes feel like a weight. Making decisions with God covers both sides. As we said in the episode — our blessings can be a lot to carry. But He offers support, not just for the valleys but for the mountain tops too.
Small Steps to Start Making Decisions With God Today
I know you might feel unsure about where to start. I felt that too. But making decisions with God is like any good relationship. It grows as you practice. Here are a few small steps I take each day to keep the conversation going:
- Ask Him about your day before jumping into the next thing
- Keep the door open with small questions, not just big prayers
- Write down a few things you want to trust Him with (even in your household routines)
- Notice little moments where He leads you - and say thank you
- Pray for wisdom when something feels overwhelming or unclear
- Share with a friend about how inviting God in has changed something for you
Every small yes creates space for bigger trust. And over time, we look back and realize that making decisions with God has woven peace and wisdom through things that used to feel heavy or overwhelming.
What Making Decisions With God Looks Like in Community
I’ll be honest, I need other people reminding me that I’m not alone in this. Our families, friends, and church community matter when we’re learning to practice making decisions with God. Sharing what you’re wrestling with, listening together, and praying for one another helps us see with clearer eyes.
We were never meant to figure it out alone. I think that’s why in the podcast, Alana and I kept coming back to the idea of lifting each other up, sharing our “me too” moments, and letting our stories remind others that God is faithful in every detail.
How Our Families Benefit When We Invite God In
One of the most practical things I’ve seen is that my home is more peaceful and my family feels more connected when I practice making decisions with God. The mood changes. The way we respond in stress or crisis softens. Our children see us trusting in Someone greater, and it gives them permission to do the same. And that circles back out - to neighbors, to school, to our wider community.
Can I encourage you? Practicing making decisions with God, no matter how simple or big, shapes not just your life, but everything around you. Sometimes the best way to love your family is to slow down, check in with Him, and model what trust looks like in action.
Let’s Put It Into Practice Together
If you’ve been wanting to learn how to start making decisions with God every day, you’re not alone. I hope my own story and what we talked about in this week’s episode helps you see that it isn’t about a perfect method or a bold faith every day. It’s about simple trust and honest conversation. It is peace for today. It is hope for tomorrow. When we bring our mess, our questions, and our big dreams before God, He meets us there - every single time.
Give it a try today. Pause, breathe, and ask, “God, would you lead me in this?” No matter what your “this” is. And watch how even your ordinary moments become sacred when you are making decisions with God.
If this speaks to you, let’s keep the conversation going. Go listen to the full podcast episode here. And if you know a friend who feels overwhelmed, share this. Let’s help each other live with open hearts. One small step at a time.
(Want more encouragement? Explore related topics like finding peace through faith and how to trust God during change.)
