Contemplative Bible Reading

Philippians 1:9 (American Standard Version)

And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and all discernment;

I delve back into the American Standard Version translation as I find its wording fascinating here.

It seems that love is part of discernment. I believe that “discernment” here means the ability to tell what is right and what is wrong. I believe that is a good thing to have.

How is love a part of discernment? How does love abound in all discernment?

Here is a short at an answer. When I love, I am in a better position as a follower of Christ. Everything in my life is better because I choose to love as Christ loves. Everything includes discernment.

God, help me to choose love instead of everything else. Grant me the blessings of love.