Proverbs 9:10 says, “Knowledge of the Holy One is understanding…” Ephesians 1:18 was part of Paul’s prayer for the church of Ephesus. It says, “The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know…” Hebrews 5:14 says, “…who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.”

Deception deadens our senses. The Giver of discernment is restrained. 1 Corinthians 12:10 says that the discerning of spirits is a gift from the Holy Spirit given in the moment it is needed.

Therefore, in order to be freed from the chains we have put around our heart, we have to ask the Holy Spirit to reveal the root. He will do that when we have a foundation of truth to anchor us ~ as He takes us from our Valley of Trouble, into the wide open door of hope.