We know God visits us through His Spirit's work, convincing us of our need for grace and enabling us to serve Him willingly.
The visitation of God is often confirmed through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit in our hearts. In Luke 1:67, John’s father, Zacharias, was filled with the Holy Spirit and began to prophesy, leading to worship and thanksgiving to God. This indicates that a genuine visit from God involves a deep internal change where we are convinced of our sin and our need for redemption. It also energizes our service, not out of obligation but from a heart transformed by love; we begin to serve God willingly and joyfully.
Scripture References:
Luke 1:67, John 16:7-8, Luke 1:67-80, John 14:16-17
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