How does our understanding change after receiving God's gifts?

The gifts of God—wisdom, revelation, and enlightened understanding—transform a believer’s perception of both God and themselves. Ephesians 1:18 illustrates that with our understanding enlightened, we begin to grasp the profound hope of His calling and the glory of our inheritance. This newfound understanding shifts our focus entirely from our own efforts and merits to the righteousness found solely in Christ. We no longer boast in what we do; instead, we thrive in grace, recognizing that our salvation is a result of God’s work, leading us to glorify Christ as our complete salvation.