Quotes about Discernment

Ought we to put confidence in men who conduct themselves with rashness, and, though they assume authority in God's name, yet have no certain and lawful calling? We may learn, then, how neither angels nor men ought to be held in such honor as to induce us to receive whatever they bring forward, unless the Almighty has appointed them to be his ministers and interpreters.

Not to dwell on this, let us here remember that on the whole subject of religion one rule of modesty and soberness is to be observed, and it is this, in obscure matters not to speak or think, or even long to know, more than the Word of God has delivered.

Start from scratch with Jesus every day and then be picky about what you add to your life.

Hearing God is about the very specific issue of what it means to live with guidance in our life.

How true it is that without the guidance of the Holy Spirit intellect not only is undependable but also extremely dangerous, because it often confuses the issue of right and wrong.

Counsel involving right and wrong should never be sought from a man who does not say his prayers.

If you have an important decision to make, or even a small one, it is good to make your decision with the guidance of the Lord.

There is guidance for each of us, and by lowly listening we shall hear the right word.

The eye strays not while under the guidance of reason.

A man's most valuable trait is a judicious sense of what not to believe.

Your capacity to say "No" determines your capacity to say "Yes" to greater things.

God will always bring the right people into your life, but you have to let the wrong people walk away.