The Bible doesn’t tell us what to do in every situation, practically speaking. It’s not a handbook for troubleshooting all of life’s dilemmas, like: how do I consider the opposing wishes of twins on their birthday? How do I kindly ask someone to stop giving me excessive gifts? How do I vote? How do I reason with an unreasonable neighbor? How do I juggle a job, aging parents, an infirm dog, and plumbing problems all at the same time? Knowing how to act wisely amidst daily emotions, noise and confusing options requires a counselor. Someone who knows everything about me, all the factors involved, and who wants what’s best equally for all people. So basically . . . God. Knowing what to do means continuously consulting God, but not like we’d consult a magic eight ball or a vending machine or even Siri. Rather, this continuous consultation is more like a blind man feeling the ground around himself every few seconds to make sure he’s still walking on a trustworthy path. Or like a girlfriend w