Apostle Joshua Selman on Being Serious with God and Discernment

Importance of Relationships and Associations

• Friends and Associations influence our relationship with God
• Courage to cut off dangerous and destructive associations is essential
• Careless Christianity is prevalent; it undermines foundational doctrines
• Loving God sincerely is crucial for seeing God's power and protection
• Every believer is the bride of Christ, and God is protective and jealous for His own

Love for God

• Love God more than money, church, fame, titles, and anointing
• Avoid passive Christianity; actively demonstrate your love for God
• Example: A billionaire who prioritizes God and evangelism, attributing success to God
• Prayer: Never become too big, anointed, great, or influential to love and show devotion to God

Key to Supernatural Exemption: Discernment

• Definition: Faculty of perception, ability to perceive influences behind actions
• Importance: Discernment helps avoid bad decisions and negative associations

How to Develop Discernment

1. Word of God: Study and understand the Bible
2. Praying in the Spirit: Enhances spiritual sensitivity and perception

Practical Applications of Discernment

• Having peace and joy is indicative of God's plan
• Stop and reconsider when internal unrest or lack of peace is present
• Example: Choosing between job offers and sensing unease

Dangers of Lacking Discernment

• Trusting senses and impulses alone in the end times is risky
• Incorrect associations can cause significant harm
• Example: Jonah causing trouble despite being in the boat
• Identifying and avoiding wicked, selfish, or foolish individuals in life

Cultivating Discernment in Everyday Life

• Take every matter to God in prayer before deciding
• Follow God's timing and direction even if it seems slow
• Example: Apostle Joshua Selman on deciding about expanding Coinonia

Conclusion

• Prioritize relationship with God and seek His guidance in every decision
• Trust God's processes over seemingly quick and attractive opportunities
• A close, discerning walk with God ensures long-term success and safety