Discernment

 

Today’s Reflection

We may feel a struggle for clarity and direction, and we question whether God is withholding discernment from us. Those times may offer a unique opportunity if we view them as times of preparation and equipping.

—Christine Harman, For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts (Discipleship Resources, 2021)

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Today’s Question

What helps you discern God’s call and direction when you’re struggling for clarity? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight to help you to determine what is best, so that in the day of Christ you may be pure and blameless.
—Philippians 1:9-10 (NRSV)

Prayer for the Week

Lord,
Give me knowledge and insight that will help me make the right choices in my life. Amen.
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Lectionary Readings

• Genesis 25:19-34
• Psalm 119:105-112
• Romans 8:1-11
• Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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