DISCERNMENT

Today’s Scriptures

16 The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came with me. Everyone abandoned me. May it not be counted against them. 17 But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength so that I might preach the Good News in its entirety for all the Gentiles to hear. And he rescued me from certain death. 2 Timothy 4:16-17 (NLT)

Today's TO DO
Trust the voice within.

Looks can be deceiving, and people have been known to deliberately spew falsehoods for personal gain. How then do you know how to separate the truth from a lie? Paul was in a fight for his life. He had been arrested and asked to give an account for the message he had been preaching. When he was on the stage surrounded by crowds of listeners, followers, and disciples, there were many men who were glad to be seen by his side. Clearly, those “would be apostles” had given Paul the impression that they were fully devoted and unwavering in their locality to him and the gospel of Jesus Christ during those better days.  But now that he had to defend his cause from behind bars, they were nowhere to be seen. To make it through his trail, Paul had to rely on the strength from within. He was driven by the empowerment of the Holy Spirit who was alive and at work in him.

Therefore: We all must process the world around us. We are continually bombarded with information and stimulation each day and must discern what is true and good for the improvement of our vertical trajectory. Never forget that the devil is a slimy, slithering liar. Basic things that should cause us no harm are frequently traps conveniently placed specifically for you. Beware of the smooth tongue and the seemingly innocent transactions. Let those who have communion with the Holy Spirit always do a gut check to discern if there is peace from the voice within. And for all those who have not yet received The Holy Spirit, all you must do is believe that Jesus died for you. Then, receive Him as your Lord and Savior. Stay plugged in with other believers so you can grow in your faith and knowledge of Christ.

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