Exploring the importance of discernment in decision-making, embracing discomfort in the process, and focusing on the journey of discernment rather than the outcome. Learn about the benefits of pre-ordering the book and receiving bonus gifts to assist with life's transitions.
Discernment involves recognizing nuances between choices, not just right or wrong options.
Engage with community perspectives for better discernment, instead of relying solely on individuality.
Deep dives
Discernment: A Gift and a Practice
Discernment is both a gift and a practice. While some people are naturally inclined toward discernment, everyone has the capacity to develop it. Discernment involves paying attention to the presence of God and determining where the spirit of God is moving. It is not about finding a fully right or wrong choice, but about recognizing the nuances and gradients between them. Discernment requires releasing binary thinking, preferred timelines, beloved individuality, certainty, and the expectation of positive results.
The Importance of Cultivating Discernment
Discernment is a crucial skill to develop for making tough decisions. It involves being attentive and reflective, knowing and naming the reality of both discomfort and gratitude. Clarity in discernment cannot be rushed, and it requires holding space for reflection and considering core values. Additionally, discernment benefits from engaging with the wisdom and perspectives of a community, rather than relying solely on individuality.
The Uncomfortable Realities of Discernment
In the process of discernment, certain things must be released. These include binary thinking, preferred timelines, beloved individuality, certainty, and the expectation of positive results. Discernment calls for embracing wisdom and nuance, understanding that outcomes cannot always be controlled or guaranteed. Instead, the focus shifts to walking through the process with God, trusting that God will be present in the midst of uncertainty.