We are not born with discernment. It has to be learned through practice. When I was young I had to practice piano. My half hour was like torture. However, playing scales over and over developed a skill.

Hebrews 5:14 was written about mature believers. It says, “But solid food belongs to those of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.”

Discernment distinguishes between what is right or wrong, real or counterfeit, safe or dangerous. Things may look the same because the difference is subtle. Think of King Solomon. He was faced with the testimony of two women. How did he ferret out the truth? Through wisdom and discernment. 1 Kings 3:16-28.

He taught his sons. Proverbs 2 are words we can live by. We lay the groundwork for discernment by walking in the fear of the Lord which is the beginning of wisdom. Verse 3 and 5 says, “Yes, if you cry out for discernment, and lift up your voice for understanding….Then you will understand the fear of the Lord…”