Definition and Context
Discriminating, in a biblical context, refers to the ability to discern or distinguish between right and wrong, truth and falsehood, or good and evil. This concept is closely related to wisdom, understanding, and judgment, which are highly valued in Scripture. Discrimination, in this sense, is not about prejudice or partiality but about making righteous and informed decisions.

Biblical Basis
The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of discernment. In the Old Testament, Solomon is renowned for his wisdom and ability to discern. When God offered Solomon anything he desired, Solomon asked for "an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil" (1 Kings 3:9). God granted this request, making Solomon renowned for his wisdom.

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul speaks to the need for spiritual discernment. In Philippians 1:9-10 , Paul prays, "And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and be pure and blameless for the day of Christ." Here, discernment is linked with love and knowledge, suggesting that true discrimination is rooted in a deep understanding of God's will.

Spiritual Discernment
Spiritual discernment is a gift of the Holy Spirit, enabling believers to distinguish between spirits and to understand deeper spiritual truths. In 1 Corinthians 12:10 , Paul lists "distinguishing between spirits" as one of the spiritual gifts. This gift is crucial for the church to guard against false teachings and to maintain doctrinal purity.

Hebrews 5:14 further underscores the importance of maturity in discernment: "But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained their senses to distinguish good from evil." This passage highlights that discernment is developed through practice and spiritual maturity.

Practical Application
Discriminating wisely requires a foundation in Scripture. Psalm 119:66 says, "Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe in Your commandments." The Word of God is the ultimate standard for discernment, providing guidance and wisdom.

James 1:5 encourages believers to seek wisdom from God: "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." Prayer and reliance on the Holy Spirit are essential for developing discernment.

Warnings Against False Discrimination
The Bible warns against false discrimination, which is based on human standards rather than God's truth. James 2:1-4 admonishes believers not to show favoritism, which is a form of unjust discrimination: "My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism."

Jesus Himself warned against judging by mere appearances, urging instead for righteous judgment (John 7:24). This calls for a heart aligned with God's values, seeking justice and truth above personal biases.

Conclusion
While the Bible does not use the term "discriminating" in the modern sense, the principles of discernment and judgment are deeply embedded in its teachings. Believers are called to develop a discerning heart, grounded in Scripture and guided by the Holy Spirit, to navigate the complexities of life with wisdom and integrity.1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Discriminate.

2. (a.) Marking a difference; distinguishing.

Of the Separation of the Good and the Bad, which Proclaim the ...
... Book XX. Chapter 27."Of the Separation of the Good and the Bad, Which Proclaim
the Discriminating Influence of the Last Judgment. ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 27 of the separation of.htm

Caput xv.
... Now the discriminating powers of the nostrils denote the being able to receive,
as far as attainable, the sweet-smelling largess beyond conception, and to ...
//christianbookshelf.org/dionysius/on the heavenly hierarchy/caput xv.htm

Analysis Necessary.
... of his profession; who, unable to diagnose the case correctly, fails to administer
the proper remedies, is promptly dismissed and a more discriminating one is ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/iii analysis necessary.htm

Fresh Supplies of Power.
... Let us look into it a little more particularly. One needs to be discriminating
in quoting the Book of Acts on this subject. That ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on power/fresh supplies of power.htm

How to Speak in Public
... when printed matter of every description is soliciting our time and attention, it
is particularly desirable that we should cultivate a discriminating taste in ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kleiser/talks on talking/how to speak in public.htm

section second.
... As flesh and spirit are still coexisting in the Christian, and are ever in conflict
with each other; so the power of discriminating what proceeds from the one ...
/.../the epistle of paul to the philippians practically explained/section second.htm

The Draw-Net.
... As fishers drop the net over a certain space, and, without making any pretence of
discriminating between good and bad, drag all within that space to shore; so ...
//christianbookshelf.org/arnot/the parables of our lord/vii the draw-net.htm

The National Preacher, Vol. 2 No. 7 Dec. 1827
... of such a Periodical might be the means of leading Clergymen, in their pastoral
intercourse, to be more observant of character, more discriminating in their ...
/.../leland/the national preacher vol 2 no 7 dec 1827/title page.htm

For Godly Sorrow Worketh Repentance to Salvation, not to be ...
... The cause is doubtless a want of discriminating instruction respecting the foundation
of religion, and especially a want of discrimination respecting true and ...
/.../lectures to professing christians/for godly sorrow worketh repentance.htm

The Author, and his Influence in the Later Church
... directly to that source through the sojourn of Plotinus in the Punjab, such writings
as these may help the Church to meet with discriminating sympathy certain ...
/.../rolt/dionysius the areopagite/i the author and his influence.htm

Discriminating (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Discriminating (2 Occurrences). Acts 11:12 The
Spirit told me to go with them, without discriminating. ...
/d/discriminating.htm - 7k

Brook (75 Occurrences)
... after the Exodus, far away from Egypt and opportunities for accurate knowledge of
its language, seems utterly incompatible with such discriminating use of ...
/b/brook.htm - 45k

Discretion (20 Occurrences)

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Egypt (596 Occurrences)
... after the Exodus, far away from Egypt and opportunities for accurate knowledge of
its language, seems utterly incompatible with such discriminating use of ...
/e/egypt.htm - 101k

Various (52 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 12:10 to another the exercise of miraculous powers; to another the
gift of prophecy; to another the power of discriminating between prophetic ...
/v/various.htm - 22k

Varieties (5 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 12:10 to another the exercise of miraculous powers; to another the
gift of prophecy; to another the power of discriminating between prophetic ...
/v/varieties.htm - 8k

Nice (1 Occurrence)
... 5. (superl.) Apprehending slight differences or delicate distinctions; distinguishing
accurately or minutely; carefully discriminating; as, a nice taste or ...
/n/nice.htm - 7k

Utterances (9 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 12:10 to another the exercise of miraculous powers; to another the
gift of prophecy; to another the power of discriminating between prophetic ...
/u/utterances.htm - 8k

Ear (670 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) The sense of hearing; the perception of sounds; the power of discriminating
between different tones; as, a nice ear for music; -- in the singular only. ...
/e/ear.htm - 42k

Election (6 Occurrences)
... a mayor. 3. (a.) Power of choosing; free will; liberty to choose or act.
4. (a.) Discriminating choice; discernment. 5. (a.) Divine ...
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