Prompting of the holy spirit
Here’s a clear, balanced way to understand it:
What it can look like
A quiet inner conviction to do (or not do) something
A sense of peace or unease about a decision
Being reminded of Scripture or a moral truth at the right moment
A growing compassion or urgency to help, forgive, pray, or speak truth
Conviction about attitudes or actions that need to change
Common characteristics
Consistent with love (not fear, pride, or harm)
Aligned with Scripture and core Christian teachings
Often gentle, not forceful
Leads toward humility, holiness, and peace, even if it’s challenging
How people discern it
Prayer and stillness
Comparing the prompting with Scripture
Seeking wise counsel from trusted believers
Observing the fruit: Does this lead to love, joy, peace, patience, kindness? (Galatians 5:22–23)
How to respond
Pause and pray
Act in faith if it’s clear and loving
Stay humble—promptings grow clearer with obedience
Be patient; not every feeling is a prompting
If you’d like, I can explain this from a specific Christian tradition, share biblical examples, or help you discern a prompting you’re experiencing right now.
