Do The Stars Guide Us?

Q: A few weeks ago my cousin gave me a book about astrology, and how the stars can help guide us. She’s very convinced of this, but my uncle says I shouldn’t take it seriously. What do you think? — S.McF.

A: No doubt your cousin thought she was giving you something helpful — but I strongly urge you not to go down that road. Although she may be convinced she’s right, the Bible clearly teaches that you would be looking for guidance in the wrong place.

Instead I encourage you to turn to God for the wisdom and direction you need. Elsewhere in your letter you mention that you have just turned 16, and I couldn’t help but think of what was happening to me when I was your age. I was like most young people, trying to have fun and not thinking very much about the future. But one night I gave my life to Jesus Christ, and I knew I would never be the same. I knew I now belonged to Him, and that He would guide me and help me.

Giving my life to Jesus was the most important decision I ever made — and it will be yours as well. By a simple prayer of faith ask Jesus to come into your life today — and He will. The Bible says, “To all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:12).

Then ask God to guide you and help you as you face the future. God loves you, and He knows what is best for you. Furthermore, He has promised to give you the guidance you’ll need in life. The Bible says, “In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:6).

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(This column is based on the words and writings of the late Rev. Billy Graham.)

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