A man walked into a gift shop that sold religious items. Near the cash register he saw a display of caps with “WWJD” printed on all of them. He was puzzled over what the letters could mean, but couldn’t figure it out, so he asked the clerk.

The clerk replied that the letters stood for “What Would Jesus Do,” and was meant to inspire people to not make rash decisions, but rather to imagine what Jesus would do in the same situation.

The man thought a moment and then replied, “Well, I’m pretty sure Jesus wouldn’t pay $17.95 for one of these caps.”

“What Would Jesus Do?” That question has become a popular motto. It has been affixed to all kinds of bracelets, necklaces, and T-shirts.  It’s a good motto, one that we should all consider before making decisions.  However, it is not a perfect mot…