Categories: Quotes

Tim Challies’ Definition of Christian Discernment

In Tim Challies’ book The Discipline of Spiritual Discernment, he offers a long and a short definition of Christian discernment:

“Discernment is a process of prayerful reflection which leads a person or community to understanding of God’s call at a given time or in particular circumstances of life. It involves listening to God in all the ways God communicates with us: in prayer, in the scriptures, through the Church and the world, in personal experience, and in other people.” (Page 53)

“Discernment is the skill of understanding and applying God’s Word with the purpose of separating truth from error and right from wrong.” (Page 60)

See other Helpful Definitions.

Kevin

I serve with Open the Bible. I write for the glory of God, to nourish the church, and to clarify my mind. I wrote When Prayer Is a Struggle. Soli Deo Gloria

Recent Posts

What Was Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh? 2 Corinthians 12 Explained

In 2 Corinthians 12, the apostle Paul shares about a period when he suffered greatly…

3 weeks ago

10 Great Christian Shows for Kids (and Where to Watch Them)

One of my pet peeves as a parent is letting my kids scroll unsupervised through…

1 month ago

How to Read the Bible: 15 Tips for Beginners

You may have heard about the Bible for years, but now you want to open…

3 months ago

Are Aliens Actually Demons? I Think So.

UFOs and extraterrestrial aliens have been in the spotlight in recent years—in podcasts, pop culture,…

4 months ago

5 Books on the Armor of God and Spiritual Warfare

The “armor of God” passage in Ephesians 6:10–20 is widely regarded as the preeminent biblical…

4 months ago

A Secular Podcaster Encounters the Peace of God

The lordship of Jesus and the truth of the Bible often show themselves in unexpected…

4 months ago