The Downfall of Discernment-What you Give Out

Am I really that critical?

It is the perversion of a discerning spirited person that he may be critical. Because the discerner's ears and eyes are always tuned into what God wants to show them, they often believe they have a monopoly on criticizing and judging others. If you are a discerner reading this, you don't.

Just because you perceive something doesn't mean you are the judge and jury of that thing. To the contrary, it may be harder for you to hold back your assessment than any other gifted person on the planet. Because you have the inside tract on insight, you may feel like you can begin each sentence with "You Need To..." Guess what, you can't do that either.

Discernment or perception can and should be used in order to intercede, minister to, or encourage others. Not to dig into their flaws and shortcomings as a means to get them to surrender to God's will. Really, discerner, that's not your job. I know sometimes you just want to let 'em know, just tell it like it is, but remember if you do this, you may spend so much time pointing out flaws that you forget to point out what's really great about what God is doing in a person's life.

Please discerner, don't fall into the trap of kicking a brotha or sista while he's down. Know that folks come into their enlightenment not in your time, but in God's time. Step back and let him do his thing as you continue to pray for those who are struggling.