How do we know if we are children of God?

The assurance of being a child of God comes through the work of the Holy Spirit within us. Romans 8:16 states, 'The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.' This inner assurance is not based on our feelings or actions, but on the promises of God and the transformative work of the Spirit. When we believe the gospel, the Spirit convicts us of our sins, assures us of our forgiveness through Christ, and confirms our status as adopted children of God. This deep, personal conviction leads us to cry out to God as 'Abba, Father,' reflecting a relational intimacy that is only possible through the Spirit's work.