The gullible believe anything they’re told; the prudent sift and weigh every word. Proverbs 14:15 (MSG)
Don’t take in or go with everything you hear, see, or feel. Common sense from our very own bodies is that the ear tests the words it hears, the mouth distinguishes between foods. Likewise, we should separate what is right and what is good – Job 34:3-4. No matter how outwardly obvious, or convincingly it’s presented to you, train yourself to sift and weigh every word, matter, or situation before you respond. In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines – Proverbs 18:17. Always cross-examine everything you hear and see. This is to be applied not only to what others tell us but also to our own thoughts, opinions, or course of action. Resist the urge to react rashly. Avoid being emotionally driven. The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence. Proverbs 14:16 (NLT). Even if something is presented as coming from God examine it. 1Thessalonians 5:19-21(CEV) Don’t turn away God’s Spirit or ignore prophecies. Put everything to the test. Accept what is good