Tag Archives: discernment

The Short List

Posted on May 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I don’t need a lot of voices giving me advice. I need the right ones. Continue reading →

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The Dream Job That Never Quite Leaves You Alone

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At first glance, this question feels like a repeat of one I answered months ago. But a dream job isn’t just about what you’d do if money disappeared — it’s about the work that keeps calling you, even when time and resources are tight. Some vocations don’t wait patiently for “someday.” They show up anyway, in margins and quiet moments, asking to be taken seriously. Continue reading →

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What a Handshake Taught Me About Character

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I do think I’m a good judge of character—not because I’m never wrong, but because I pay attention. First impressions aren’t verdicts; they’re signals. Eye contact. Presence. A handshake that tells you whether someone is fully there or already looking past you. Discernment isn’t about suspicion or cynicism—it’s about noticing patterns and remaining open to being corrected. Wisdom knows when to trust the read… and when to revise it. Continue reading →

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Instinct vs. Discernment: Who Gets the Final Say?

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I don’t automatically trust my instincts. They feel too raw, too reactive, too animal. Instead, I’d rather be guided by discernment — the kind that comes through Scripture, reflection, and the Holy Spirit rather than impulse or emotion. Continue reading →

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