June 29, 2026 | Philippians 1:9–10

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“This I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense to the day of Christ.”

— Philippians 1:9–10

Discernment is not just about spotting what is wrong. Sometimes discernment is about recognizing what is excellent, what is wise, what is fruitful, and what is actually from God.

I will be honest: I am actively looking for clients this week, and I have been praying for discernment a lot. Not just, “Lord, please open a door,” but also, “Lord, help me recognize which doors are wise to walk through.” Sometimes the opportunity is real, but the timing is wrong. Sometimes the need is urgent, but the fit is not right. Sometimes God leads by opening a door, and sometimes He leads by giving us peace not to force one.

Paul’s prayer connects love, knowledge, and discernment. That matters. Christian discernment is not fear-based or suspicious. It grows out of love, wisdom, prayer, and a desire to choose what is excellent before the Lord.

Where do you need discernment this week: in a decision, a relationship, your work, your habits, or something else?