For a Christian, according to Francis, discernment "has to do with the meaning of my life before the Father who knows and loves me, with the real purpose of my life, ...

Most people are familiar with these words, “Do not judge.” (Matthew 7:1) When Jesus introduced these words, he meant what he said: “Judge Not!” When these concise words are understood ...

Discernment is the skill every Christian needs to be guided by the Holy Spirit. And that’s why Ignatian spirituality is pointed to that. Ignatian Spiritual Exercises are a kind of discernment ...

Texas / Syndication Cloud / July 07, 2025 / Wordsmith World Key Takeaways Christian crime novels mirror God’s redemptive story through patterns of creation, ruin, redemption, and restoration. Reading ...

We had known all of this before starting discernment, of course. I’m convinced Luke was turned away because he is marked by his crimes as clearly as he is marked by his tattoos. We can’t see them when ...

This exercise in Christian discernment has strengthened both my body and my spirit. I had two reservations when I began practicing yoga. One, I don’t like trying new things, ...

The early Christian church strove to practice discernment with patience. When a contentious issue arose, leaders would be summoned from around the globe, which was quite a time-consuming task.

In this talk, Professor Sarah Jean Barton explores baptismal practices as they relate to discerning the ministry and vocations of all Christians. The presentation highlights insights, stories, and ...