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How do we know membership in the family of God is true?

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Membership is confirmed through the work of the Holy Spirit, resulting in a life transformed by faith in Christ.

The certainty of one's membership in the family of God is tied to the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in a believer's life. Romans 8:9 emphasizes that 'if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.' True Christians exhibit the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, which prompts spiritual birth and assures them of their identity in Christ. This can be further validated through their shared characteristics: love for God, hatred of sin, and a desire to live according to His word. Thus, the evidence of spiritual life in believers affirms their membership in God's family.
Scripture References: Romans 8:9, John 1:13, Philippians 3:3

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