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The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

Growing In Discernment

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ray Hardee unpack how NFL general managers evaluate draft prospects...and how we properly use discernment as followers of Jesus.


This Week's Questions:


  • What is the difference between being judgmental and having discernment?
  • What role does the Bible play in helping us grow in discernment?
  • How is wisdom different than knowledge?


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