Quotes about Discernment

Do not let us mistake necessary evils for good.

A distinguishing taste of authentic Christians is their distaste for evil.

How many times have I told you not to believe everything you hear? Seek truth for yourself.

Blessed is the man who, having nothing to say, refrains from giving wordy evidence of the fact.

You can tell German wine from vinegar ... by the label.

Good judgment comes from experience, and experience comes from poor judgment.

You need to be moving if you want God to show you which way to go.

Many sophisticated, intelligent people lack wisdom and common sense.

How important it is to ascertain the will of God, before we undertake anything, because we are then not only blessed in our own souls, but also the work of our hands will prosper.

Keep your eyes and ears wide open—and your mouth closed, if you wish to acquire the habit of prompt decision. Those who talk too much do little else. If you talk more than you listen, you not only deprive yourself of many opportunities to accumulate useful knowledge, but you also disclose your plans and purposes to people who will take great delight in defeating you, because they envy you.

God's voice isn't all that difficult to hear. In fact, you almost have to be closing your eyes and stopping your ears to miss it.

A truth presented by Satan himself is just as true as a truth stated by God.