We need not despair that we cannot make these necessary discernments. The unconverted, or natural man, does not possess the discernment of the Spirit of God. Built into every child of God is the discerning capability of the Holy Spirit. Do not allow anyone to persuade you to feel that man's opinion is necessary for you to make correct judgments. Our basic tool for discernment is the Word of God.
Immaturity is our basic problem with Spiritual discernment.
Because we have judged so infrequently or unknowingly, we lack the confidence that we can actually judge or discern without becoming, what so many have accusingly called, a Judge. Purpose, by the grace of God, to boldly judge with the help of the Spirit and the Word.