Pope Francis: The first element of discernment is prayer
This, the pope continued, is how we can discern when it is Jesus speaking to us and when it is just our own thoughts. Francis said familiarity wit...
This, the pope continued, is how we can discern when it is Jesus speaking to us and when it is just our own thoughts. Francis said familiarity with the Lord also helps us to overcome the fear or doubt that God's will is not for our good, 'a temptation that sometimes runs through our thoughts and makes the heart restless and uncertain.' 'Discerning is not easy, for appearances are deceptive, but familiarity with God can melt doubts and fears in a gentle way, making our lives increasingly receptive to his ‘gentle light,' according to the beautiful expression of St.