Proverbs 2:1-11
If you made a list of the things you want most in life, would a discerning spirit be one of them? Let’s take a moment to define and discuss this wonderful godly attribute that’s available to believers.
Discernment is the ability to make sound judgments or to comprehend something obscure. One area where this is essential involves distinguishing something that is good from something that is best. God has a perfect plan for each of us; however, there are a multitude of good options before us. For instance, suppose you’re offered two different jobs. They both look promising, but only one of them is God’s best for you. Do you know how to determine His will in a situation like that?
Our most basic need for discernment involves being able to understand what God is saying to us (Prov. 3:5-6). When you’re faced with a decision, how do you know if you’re hearing from the Lord or simply listening to your own desires or reasoning?
The time to develop discernment is now. Don’t wait until a critical decision faces you. Begin today to fill your mind with God’s Word so you can think His thoughts and understand His ways. Spend time with Him in intimate fellowship. The more you know Him, the better you can discern His voice.
Bible in One Year: Romans 10-13
