as it is understood in christian initiation
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As it is understood in Christian Initiation. From the Latin: discernere “Sifting through, separating apart”. Listening to God Learning how to remain in Christ Recognizing God’s voice here and now Perceiving something concealed Outward signs of inner conversion. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
DECISION-MAKING
Rational
DISCERNMENT
Head, heart, feelings, instinct and intellect
Weighs pros and cons Considers intuitions, inclinations and urges
Concerned with successful outcome Concerned with following God’s direction and doing God’s work
Could include prayer for guidance Is one continuous prayer
Chronos: days, weeks, months Kairos: God’s time, which is eternal
Wor
kshe
et ti
me…
So What?
The Spirit is saying…
Now What?