-July 7, 2025-
Good morning beloved, happy Monday,
“But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.”
(Hebrews 5:14).
The writer of Hebrews desires that everyone grow to maturity, resulting in discernment. We live in a world of confusion, uncertainty, sin, and troubles. We have decisions to make and choices to pursue. Like a banana we must peel back things to see the true nature of them.
Discernment is crucial to victorious Christian living. Not everything we hear is truth, not everything is clear cut. We need discernment. The word discern is defined as, “to perceive or recognize something; to see or understand the difference; to examine, prove, or test; scrutinize.”
The Word of God is the key to our growth and maturity. Full age is not in years but in applying the Scripture and being obedient to the Lord.
How much discernment do you have? Are your senses exercised to discern both good and evil? It is so vital for us to have our eyes and ears open to people and circumstances. Sometimes something just doesn’t sound right. We need to examine everything in the light of God’s Word.
The devil makes sin appear pleasurable and satisfying. We must realize there are consequences to sin. Adam and Eve found this out in the Garden of Eden. The same is true of us as well.
Let us develop and utilize the skill of discernment in every situation. It takes constant use and practice. Have a blessed day. Stay safe and healthy.
Test every word, action, and thing in the light of the Word, judging rightly.
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 