What are some characteristics of discerning people? - Discernment - TouchPoints

James 3:17The wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.

Discerning people demonstrate peace, love, gentleness, mercy, and goodness—characteristics that come from God.

1 Chronicles 22:12May the Lord give you wisdom and understanding, that you may obey the Law of the Lord your God as you rule over Israel.

Psalm 119:34Give me understanding and I will obey your instructions; I will put them into practice with all my heart.

Proverbs 28:7Young people who obey the law are wise; those with wild friends bring shame to their parents.

Discerning people obey God’s Word and are a blessing to those associated with them.

Proverbs 17:10A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool.

Proverbs 19:25If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson; if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser.

Discerning people listen to counsel and learn from reproof.

Proverbs 1:5Let the wise listen to these proverbs and become even wiser. Let those with understanding receive guidance

Proverbs 9:9Instruct the wise, and they will be even wiser. Teach the righteous, and they will learn even more.

Proverbs 10:14Wise people treasure knowledge, but the babbling of a fool invites disaster.

Proverbs 14:6A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.

Proverbs 15:14A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash.

Proverbs 17:24Sensible people keep their eyes glued on wisdom, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth.

Proverbs 18:15Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.

Discerning people grow in wisdom as they listen to God.