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The Power of Understanding and Discernment
1. Understanding Gives You Discernment
1 Kings 3:9 – "Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad..."
When Solomon prayed for understanding, God gave him discernment. Discernment is the ability to perceive the true nature of things beyond the surface. It helps you:
Recognize divine direction (Isaiah 30:21).
Avoid deception and manipulation (Matthew 24:24).
Walk in God’s perfect will (Romans 12:2).
Many people miss divine opportunities because they lack discernment. Kenneth Copeland teaches that "discernment is the believer’s defense system against deception."
2. Understanding Activates Your Dominion
Genesis 1:26 – “And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion..."
Dominion is not automatic—it is activated through understanding your identity and authority in Christ. Jesus demonstrated dominion through His understanding of the Father’s will (John 5:19). With understanding, you can:
Command situations to align with God’s will (Luke 10:19).
Speak with divine authority and get results (Mark 11:23).
Live above fear and uncertainty (2 Timothy 1:7).
Dr. Mike Murdock states that "when you understand who you are, nothing intimidates you."
3. Understanding Unlocks Supernatural Wisdom
Daniel 5:12 – "Forasmuch as an excellent spirit, and knowledge, and understanding, interpreting of dreams, and showing of hard sentences, and dissolving of doubts, were found in the same Daniel…"
Daniel ruled in Babylon because of his understanding of divine wisdom. Understanding makes you a solution provider, lifting you above your peers.
Wisdom without understanding leads to confusion (Ecclesiastes 10:15).
Knowledge without understanding leads to pride (1 Corinthians 8:1).
Faith without understanding leads to frustration (Matthew 13:19).
Bishop David Oyedepo teaches that "understanding is what turns kingdom mysteries into proofs in the life of a believer."
4. Understanding Leads to Divine Preservation
Proverbs 2:11 – "Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee."
Understanding helps you:
Make wise decisions that preserve your future (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Avoid costly mistakes and setbacks (Ecclesiastes 10:10).
Navigate life’s challenges with divine insight (Isaiah 11:2-3).
Jesus operated with perfect understanding and was never caught in the enemy’s trap (Luke 4:28-30). With understanding, you rise above danger, distractions, and deception.
Developing the Spirit of Discernment
To cultivate discernment, you must engage in spiritual disciplines and practical applications in daily life.
1. Deepen Your Relationship with the Holy Spirit
John 16:13 – "Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth..."
Spend consistent time in prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17).
Learn to hear God’s voice through quiet meditation (Isaiah 30:21).
Rely on the Holy Spirit for supernatural insights (1 Corinthians 2:10-12).
2. Stay Rooted in the Word of God
Hebrews 4:12 – "For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword..."
Read and meditate on the Bible daily (Joshua 1:8).
Apply scriptural principles in decision-making.
Let the Word shape your thoughts and perspectives (Romans 12:2).
3. Develop Spiritual Sensitivity
1 John 2:20 – "But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things."
Practice spiritual discernment in everyday choices.
Be sensitive to the nudging of the Holy Spirit.
Avoid distractions that weaken spiritual alertness (Colossians 3:2).
4. Seek Godly Counsel
Proverbs 11:14 – "Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counselors there is safety."
Surround yourself with wise, spiritually mature mentors.
Seek advice from godly leaders before making major decisions.
Stay accountable to people who challenge your spiritual growth.
5. Be Watchful and Discerning in Everyday Life
Matthew 10:16 – "Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves."
Be alert to subtle deceptions in conversations, media, and relationships.
Evaluate opportunities with prayer and wisdom.
Make choices based on spiritual discernment, not emotions.
Applying Discernment in Daily Life
1. Decision-Making
Before taking a job, ask: Is this aligned with God’s purpose for me?
Before making investments, ask: Is this a wise and God-led decision?
2. Relationships
Discern who should be in your inner circle (2 Corinthians 6:14).
Identify relationships that drain your spiritual strength.
3. Ministry & Career
Know when to move forward and when to wait (Ecclesiastes 3:1).
Identify where God is leading you next (Proverbs 3:5-6).
4. Handling Spiritual Battles
Recognize when a problem is spiritual and requires prayer (Ephesians 6:12).
Apply the right spiritual weapons to counter challenges (2 Corinthians 10:4-5).
Prayer Points
Father, grant me the discernment that comes from understanding, so I can make righteous choices.
Father, I declare dominion over every circumstance in my life. Let Your understanding empower me to rule and reign.
Lord, fill me with the Spirit of understanding, that I may walk in divine wisdom and judgment.
I receive clarity to make destiny decisions. I refuse confusion and deception in Jesus’ name.
I declare that my eyes are open to divine strategies, and my mind is illuminated by the Spirit of understanding.
Conclusion
Understanding is the foundation of dominion. When you have the Spirit of understanding, you can discern divine direction, make sound decisions, and exercise dominion over every situation. The enemy thrives on ignorance, but when you walk in understanding, you become unstoppable.
Receive fresh grace today and take dominion through the Spirit of Understanding!
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