Discerning Spiritual Truth

READING:

- 1 Corinthians 2:11–16

- John 16:13–15

DEVOTIONAL:

We live in a world filled with noise—opinions, pressures, media, and culture all competing for our attention and loyalty. In the middle of that, Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would be our guide into all truth. Not just some truth, or comfortable truth, but the full truth of God.

The Spirit of God helps believers understand spiritual realities that cannot be grasped by human reasoning alone. While the world may reject or misunderstand the things of God, the Spirit opens our eyes to what is true, holy, and eternal.

Discerning truth is not just about right knowledge—it’s about walking closely with the Spirit. The more we know His voice, the more confidently we can follow His leading, even when it goes against popular opinion or what makes the most sense on paper.

Spiritual discernment is developed through time spent in God’s Word, in prayer, and in a posture of humility. It requires a willingness to ask, “God, what are You saying?”—and to obey, even when it’s hard.

QUESTIONS:

1. What voices or influences have been shaping my perspective lately—and are they drawing me closer to God’s truth or away from it?

2. Have I taken time to invite the Holy Spirit into my decision-making, or am I relying on my own understanding?

3. When was the last time I clearly sensed God guiding me? How can I position my heart to hear Him more consistently in everyday life?

PRAYER:

Holy Spirit, thank You for being my guide and teacher. In a world that often distorts truth, help me stay rooted in Your Word and sensitive to Your voice. Sharpen my discernment so I can recognize what is from You and what is not. Give me the courage to follow You, even when it goes against what the world expects. I want to walk in Your truth, always. In Jesus’ name, amen.