In the New Testament, we get to read Paul's letters to various churches, and we see how he uses his gift of discernment to identify when churches have lost sight of the truth and point them back to the Word of God. Many people wonder do I have the gift of discernment? Lord Jesus, tune my ears to Your still small voice that convicts my heart of sin, corrects my ways, and counsels my heart. Scripture implies that if we are wise and walk in the ways of the Lord, our lives are evidence of a spirit of discernment. I am accepting of persons deeply troubled or in crisis. I give things freely and with delight because I love God. 43. The presence of God tarried for several miles before it lifted. And yet, many who recognize they have signs of the discernment gift, have difficulty with it. It is important for every believer to know what their spiritual gift is. Honey, this is so well written. This is one of the many gifts God gives to His children. Or, you may realize it is simply a persons hurt or frustration masquerading as discernment. We use discernment to know good from evil; light from darkness; and truth from lies. 17The one woman said, Oh, my lord, this woman and I live in the same house, and I gave birth to a child while she was in the house. Usually, I can hear it regarding suicide or abortion or someone cries, help me, and begins to tell their situation. One of the biggest challenges discerners face is how to express what they are sensing or seeing to Christian leaders, and to others around them who may not have the gift but would benefit from its use! They can look at their personal ministry passion as an indicator of probable giftedness in that area. I meant for this to go into Spiritual Gifts, if a moderator could move it to that area I would be much obliged. When I communicate Biblical truths to others, it affects changes in knowledge, attitudes, values or conduct. Controlling involves establishing performance standards, then measuring, evaluating, and correcting performance on the basis of those standards. The four enabling gifts, which each Christian appears to have to some degree, include discernment, faith, knowledge, and wisdom. Betsy feels your pain and may even cry with you. 37. God uses those gifted to discern truth from lies; pure motives from evil intentions; and to help to settle disputes by communicating a clear picture of what the truth looks like. Question: If you see something play out in your mind and you shake it off and do nothing about it, and later it happens, does it mean you have the gift of discernment? It is important to me to know and be well-known by followers I serve and guide. By simply calling the church office, most Christians can quickly learn of several ministry opportunities available for utilizing their gift. Those gifted in showing mercy tend to be drawn toward hurting people and are somewhat effective in helping others rebuild their lives. 50. Planning involves projecting the future, establishing objectives, developing policies, programs, procedures, and schedules for accomplishing these objectives, and budgeting adequate resources for the task. 110. Sharon does not draw attention to herself but quietly does what God called her to do - serve. return'';var radioLength=radioObj.length;if(radioLength==undefined) Recently, several evangelists have been exposed for leading double lives and several prophets have been caught living like the devil. Any advice? sortVal.sort(function(a,b){return((a[0]>b[0])?-1:((a[0]