THE POWER OF A DISCERNING SPIRIT Hebrews 5:11-14 In a world filled with endless sources of information and opinions, believers need to develop a discerning spirit. Otherwise, how will we know what is true? Much of what we see and hear is based on a worldly perspective that is influenced by Satan, the Father of Lies. Deception is found even in the religious realm: cults mix lies with enough truth to make some people consider them legitimate Christian institutions. The only way believers can guard against deception is to ground themselves in Gods Word. The more time you spend filling your mind with the Lords thoughts, the more discerning you will be. However, just knowing biblical truth isnt enough. You must put what you learn into practice so that it becomes more than head knowledge. The goal is to let Gods Word become such an integral part of your thinking that it guides all your decisions. Even if the situation youre facing isnt specifically addressed in the Bible, scriptural principles provide the needed wisdom for every choice. In addition, the Holy Spirit was given to each believer as a Helper, whose job is to guide you into all the truth (John 14:26; 16:13). However, your responsibility is to put Gods Word into your mind so that He can bring it to your remembrance. If you neglect the Word, youll lack discernment. What are you allowing into your mind? Is Scripture high in your priorities? Unless youre careful, worldly thinking will overpower spiritual discernment. Its difficult to keep Gods perspective in the forefront if you spend two or three hours in front of the television and only ten minutes in the Bible.
Posted on: Sat, 16 Nov 2013 15:28:48 +0000
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