Discretion Versus Simple Mindedness

A. The simple-minded disregard warnings from Scripture, yet believe the opinions of men.
B. Discretion is being judicious in speech and behavior.
I. DETAILS OF DISCRETION
A. Discretion is developed in the saints by the Holy Spirit. Isaiah 28:26
B. Discretion is action based on a regard for the Scripture. Proverbs 5:1-2; 15:5
C. Discretion preserves the saints from sin. Titus 2:12-14
II. THE SLOUGH OF SIMPLE-MINDEDNESS
A. A slough is a swamp-like region full of water and mire. Psalms 40:2
B. The course of the simple-minded man is easily deceived. Proverbs 7:6-23
C. The simple-minded believe the opinions of men over the truth of God. Proverbs 22:3
III. DELIGHT OF HAVING DISCRETION
A. In the home, Titus 2:1-8
B. In daily life, Psalm 112:1-6; Titus 2:10