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“St. Ignatius of Loyola notes that sin is unwillingness to trust that what God wants is our deepest happiness. Until I am absolutely convinced of this I will do everything I can to keep my hands on the controls of my life, because I think I know better than God what I need for my fulfillment.” —David Benner
DESIRE
to delight in and recognize the voice and will of God
DEFINITION
Discernment opens us up to listen to and recognize the voice and patterns of God’s direction in our lives.
SCRIPTURE
“Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you.” (John 16:7)
“So this is my prayer: that your love will flourish and that you will not only love much but well. Learn to love appropriately. You need to use your head and test your feelings so that your love is sincere and intelligent, not sentimental gush.” (Philippians 1:9-10 The Message)
“Test the spirits to see whether they are from God.” (1 John 4:1)
“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5)
PRACTICE INCLUDES
GOD-GIVEN FRUIT