1. How To Make A Terrible Decision
Lot
How To Make A Terrible Decision

2. Lot Had Much In His Favor
Influence of Godly Relatives - Gen. 12:4-5
Increasing Wealth - Gen. 13:5-6
Was a Righteous Man – 2 Peter 2:7-8

3. Lot’s Decision and Psalm 1:1
Chose the plain of the Jordan
Dwelt in the cities of the plain
Pitched his tent as far as Sodom
Lived in a house in Sodom
Found sitting in the gate of Sodom

4. Consequences of His Decision
Was oppressed by the wickedness of the city
Own moral standards were confused
Lost everything that meant anything to him
home
sons-in-law
his wife
daughters ruined morally
heritage became enemies of God’s people

5. Applications: Set the right priorities
Providing for our family requires more than earning a living
Increased exposure leads to increased involvement
Good doesn’t always rise above evil
We reap what we sow

6. How To Make A Good Decision
Pray
“What does the Bible say about it?”
Always choose right over wrong
Always choose the best
Seek advice (from the right people)