How do we know our understanding has been enlightened by God?

A key sign that our understanding has been enlightened by God is our response to Christ and the Gospel. As mentioned in the sermon, the people who walk in darkness do not recognize the light that is found in Jesus, while those illuminated by His grace see His glory and are drawn to follow Him. This spiritual awakening is transformative; it changes our desires and attitudes, moving us towards a life that seeks to glorify God rather than indulge in sin.

The Apostle Paul highlights the stark contrast between the ungodly and the believer, indicating that those who have received divine illumination no longer walk as the Gentiles do, characterized by a blindness toward God’s truth and will. Instead, they are filled with a desire to obey and reflect Christ's attributes in their lives. This becomes evident in our attitudes, choices, and the fruit of the Spirit that begins to manifest in our daily living.