Indecision(double minded)
Summary
Wavering between two positions, particularly condemned in Scripture when it involves hesitation between God and idols.
☩Elijah's Challenge
On Mount Carmel, Elijah confronted Israel's indecision: 'How long halt ye between two opinions? If the LORD be God, follow him; but if Baal, then follow him.' The people's silence revealed their wavering condition. Such indecision dishonors God who demands exclusive allegiance.
☩The Double-Minded
James warns that a double-minded man is unstable in all his ways and should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. Such a person asks but wavers, like a wave driven by the wind. Faith requires settled conviction and commitment, not perpetual hedging.
☩Call to Decision
Scripture consistently calls for decisive commitment. Joshua challenged Israel: 'Choose you this day whom ye will serve.' Jesus declared that no one can serve two masters. The Christian life requires wholehearted devotion, not halfhearted vacillation.
Related Verses9 mentions
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Indecision," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IV (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).