Discernment and a critical spirit are NOT the same thing! In this episode we explore the fine but crucial difference between having a critical spirit and exercising discernment. We underscore the impact of a critical spirit on interpersonal relationships, particularly within the church. Drawing on personal experiences, societal examples, and biblical passages, we provide tips on cultivating discernment, including being alert to personal motives, focusing on one's own shortcomings rather than others', offering encouragement, assuming the best in others, and resisting spiritual attacks. This episode encourages listeners to embrace the nuances of their faith journey, communicate with love and grace, and foster unity in their communities. For Tim's video on the critical spirit, that was referenced in this episode go to https://youtu.be/GtgFRyjVVG4 Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out his website!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discerning-dad.com/