HERE'S YOUR SIGN
Learning to Move Without All the Answers
I’m going to be honest: I love a good sign. A large, neon flashing “EXIT” when I’ve walked into a bad decision, a clear road sign telling me I need to exit in two miles, or better yet, a direct sign from God spelling out precisely what I should do next, preferably in bold letters with an angelic choir in the background. Is it really too much to ask for an Old Testament prophet to join me for dinner? I’ve got questions.
Life, unfortunately, isn’t in the habit of handing out neon signs. More often than not, we find ourselves teetering on the edge of something new, squinting into the unknown, waiting for divine skywriting that never appears.
I once got so desperate for a sign from God that when I cracked open a fortune cookie at Great Wall, I half-hoped He’d use the tiny slip of paper inside. But “In two days, tomorrow will be yesterday” didn’t exactly scream divine direction. (Also, I’m pretty sure God doesn’t outsource to the fortune cookie industry, but I had reached an all time low!)
The longer we wait for a sign, the more our faith drains and our fears grow. And if we’re not careful, we’ll stay stuck there forever—paralyzed by indecision, calling it "waiting on the Lord" when, really, we’re just too scared to take a step.
The Problem With Waiting for a Sign
We love certainty. We crave it. We want God to lay out the entire plan before we take one step. But that’s not faith—that’s just walking by sight with a spiritual mask.
Think about Abraham. God told him, “Go to the land I will show you” (Genesis 12:1). That’s it. No GPS, no itinerary, no assurance that everything would go smoothly—just a command and a promise. And Abraham? He went. No sign, just faith.
What if he had waited for all the details first? "Lord, could I get a layout of the land first? Maybe a soil test? Is it in a flood zone?" But that’s not how God operates. He calls us forward without always giving us every detail about the destination.
Signs Aren’t the Only Way God Speaks
Now, don’t get me wrong—God does give signs. The burning bush for Moses, the fleece for Gideon, and the star for the wise men are prime examples. However, those are the exceptions, not the rule. If you’re holding out for an Old Testament-style sign before moving forward, you might be waiting a while.
Instead, God often leads through:
His Word – Scripture is full of direction if you're willing to ask, "God, should I love my neighbor?" You don’t need a sign; you need Matthew 22:39. Too many believers treat the Bible as a Sunday script for pastors instead of recognizing it as God's personal conversation with them. The Bible isn’t just a history book, friends.
Peace and Conviction – Sometimes, God’s guidance comes in the form of a deep, unshakable sense of knowing what’s right. It’s that quiet confidence that settles in your soul, even when logic, fear, or circumstances try to argue otherwise. His peace doesn’t always mean the path will be easy, but it does mean you’re walking in step with Him. And conviction? That’s the holy nudge (or sometimes, a divine shove) steering you away from what isn’t meant for you. When God closes a door, it’s not to frustrate you—it’s to protect you and redirect you to something better.
Wise counsel – Proverbs 11:14 says, “Where there is no guidance, the people fall, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.” If every wise, godly person in your life is telling you to move, to change, to slow down or stop, that’s a sign in itself.
What If I Move and It’s the Wrong Choice?
This is the fear that keeps most of us stuck. What if I step out, and it’s a disaster? What if I heard God wrong?
I have two bits of good news: First, there are very few high-stakes decisions in life. Most decisions are reversible. If it doesn’t work, you can still go back to what wasn’t working before. It may be inconvenient, it may cost money, it may cost time, but it can often be undone.
Second, and the best news I have today, you’re not powerful enough to mess up God’s plan beyond His ability to redeem it.
David made mistakes. Paul didn’t start off preaching the gospel—he started off persecuting Christians. Peter denied Jesus three times and still became the rock on which the church was built. If your heart is genuinely seeking God, He’s more than capable of redirecting you as needed.
Besides, Scripture never says, “Sit and wait until you feel 100% sure.” Instead, it says:
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). Notice that it’s a lamp, not a floodlight illuminating the entire road ahead.
“We walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7). Walking means moving forward, not standing in place.
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established” (Proverbs 16:3). Sometimes, you have to commit before you see it all come together.
Take the Next Step
Faith isn’t about waiting until all the details are worked out. It’s about trusting God enough to take the next step—even if you can’t see where it leads.
So, if you’re waiting for a sign, consider this article one. (You’re welcome.)
If you feel a tug in your heart, a calling that won’t let you go, a direction that aligns with God’s Word—MOVE! Step forward. Even if your hands shake and your voice trembles, do it afraid.
Because God isn’t asking for certainty. He’s asking you to trust that He is for you. And that, my friend, is the only assurance you really need.
Thank you!