How do you make the right decision when your heart is pulling one way—and God's Word another?

In a world driven by emotions, impressions, and personal preference, many Christians have been led astray by the popular idea of “following your heart.” But the Bible warns that the heart is deceitful, our emotions are unstable, and spiritual discernment requires more than just a gut feeling.

Anchored in Truth: Discerning God’s Will is a biblical guide for Christians who want to make wise, godly decisions in every area of life—not based on emotion, but grounded in the truth of God’s Word, the counsel of God’s man, and the support of God’s church.

Written by Marvin McKenzie, a seasoned Fundamental Baptist pastor with over four decades of ministry experience, this book provides a clear, practical path to knowing and following God’s will—whether you're facing major life choices or seeking daily direction.

Inside you’ll discover:
✔️ Why the heart cannot be trusted—and what to rely on instead
✔️ How God leads through the Bible, not mystical impressions
✔️ The role of your pastor as God’s appointed counselor
✔️ How the local church provides spiritual confirmation and protection
✔️ What to do when God seems silent and direction is unclear
✔️ Step-by-step guidance for discerning God’s will with confidence

Each chapter is built on strong biblical foundations, with clear examples from the life of David, the apostles, and the early church. The truths presented here are simple, solid, and tested—because they’re not built on personal theory, but on decades of pastoring, counseling, and following God’s leading through storms, trials, and victory.

Whether you're a new believer trying to navigate your spiritual walk, a seasoned Christian facing a major crossroads, or a pastor or teacher helping others find clarity, Anchored in Truth will give you the tools you need to stand firm—anchored not in your feelings, but in the unchanging truth of God's Word.

About the Author
Marvin McKenzie has pastored churches, planted new works, trained young preachers, and written over 100 Bible study books. He served as Executive Vice President at both Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College and Heartland Baptist Bible College, and he founded and led Sound Baptist Bible College—a local church ministry of Bible Baptist Church in Puyallup, Washington—for more than 20 years. Now semi-retired from full-time pastoring, he continues to write, teach, and serve through Liberty Baptist Church in Republic, Washington.

If you're tired of emotional confusion and spiritual guesswork, and you want to know how to make decisions that truly honor the Lord—this book is for you.

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” — Proverbs 3:5–6 (KJV)