How do we know if our belief is genuine?

The assurance of genuine belief stems from the transformational work of God in a believer’s life. According to biblical teaching, true faith results from being born of God, where one begins to love what God loves and hate what God hates. Changes in affections and priorities, as expressed in the individual's love for Christ and His commandments, are signs of genuine faith. Believers will find joy in following Christ, as noted in 1 John 5:3, where love for God is linked with obedience to His commands. Thus, a believer's life increasingly reflects a heart that trusts and longs for Christ.