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Five
Moments of Discernment
1. When discerning a vocation there is always
a confusion of options. Many things interest us.
Suggestion: root
out any interests that are "bad" or
not of God, then with the remaining good choices,
seek out your dominant interest and pursue it.
2. The decision-making process is a complicated
matter. There are many "layers" of decisions
that must be looked at. At the same time there
are clues, "signs" that are present
to us.
Suggestion: follow
the leads that are present.
3. There is very often uncertainty in the discernment
process. At any one point in time we only see
partial glimpses, not the whole picture; therefore
uncertainty exists.
Suggestion: trust what is deepest in your heart.
4. In discernment, your decision will always meet
a certain amount of inner resistance. Resistance
is a good sign. There is always risk when a person
makes significant decisions in his life. A person
must have sufficient love in his heart to take
a significant risk.
Suggestion: reflect
on what is the source of love in your heart, where
it is leading you, and how deeply it is present.
5. When discerning your vocation, the road ahead
will always remain a bit foggy. You probably will
not know with absolute certainty what lies ahead.
The future will always remain a bit hidden. Mystery
and the unknown are part of everyone's future.
Suggestion: take
one step at a time. Don't try to "figure
out" in exact detail your entire future.
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to Discerning the Call
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Whoever opens his heart to Christ will not only understand
the mystery of his own existence, but also that of his
own vocation; he will bear the abundant fruit of grace.
Message of Pope John Paul II
For the 42nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations
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