One usually thinks of discretion as the ability to avoid saying or doing that which is inappropriate ~ to know when and how to conduct oneself so as not to offend.
The Greek word is in other instances translated as “behavior” and “judgement”.
Discretion, therefore is, having good tastes….good judgement….useful….to be of good understanding.
Let’s carefully examine discretion in all its many aspects…..
Seek to be Courteous
Discretion is being considerate of others.
A discreet person is one who handles another person’s resources with grave carefulness and honesty.
When you are discreet, wise and kind in your dealings with other people, you will reap the benefits throughout life.
Seek to be Honest
Discretion is good judgement.
If a woman uses her friends by asking unnecessary favors or by borrowing and not returning, she is showing a lack of basic courtesy, which is an important element of discretion.
Seek to be Gracious
Discretion is good taste.
Though our husbands don’t make decisions that we would or how we would, we must choose to be gracious. Gracious, that they are trying and doing things for us or our family.
Seek ways that you can live discreetly……keeping in mind……..
Proverbs 11:22
“As a jewel of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.”
All words in italics are from Debi Pearl’s book, “Created to be His Help Meet”
Past Studies through “Created to be His Help Meet“
This was a great post with the emphasis on a character quality that is rarely mentioned any more — Discretion. Thnaks for this helpful post!
So sad that such an important topic is rarely mentioned. 🙁 Thank you for stoppin by! Blessings!
One word….OUCH! Nothing like getting hit right between the eyes with God’s word! Thank you for this post. 🙂
I’m a new follower that clicked over from The Alabaster Jar.
Oh yes, many times I have been there! Thank you for stoppin by! Blessings!
I love the mission of your blog! Keep it up!
🙂 Thank you for stopping by and for your encouragement! Blessings!
Great words of wisdom! Discretion seems to get lost in our inappropriate world at times. It’s refreshing to hear a Godly perspective. Thank you.
Oh yes, that it is. Debi Pearl always has great words of wisdom! 🙂 Blessings!
Thanks for posting! Your blog is beautiful :0) I’m a new follower of your blog from the Monday Mingle Blog Hop! Would love if you could stop by mine. Thanks :0)
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Thank you so much! You’re sweet! I will definitely swing by your corner 😉 Blessings!
What a great lesson in discretion. Loved the last one on graciousness. The pic of you and your love is sweet. Glad you stopped by WJIM to share your post today. Have a fabulous week.
Thank you for your kind words and for stoppin by 😉 Blessings!