How do we know that Jesus Christ is our advocate?

We know Jesus is our advocate because Scripture clearly identifies Him as such in 1 John 2:1. His advocacy is rooted in His perfect righteousness, ensuring that He is not just any representative but one who embodies God’s just nature. The term 'advocate' denotes His role in representing us before the Father, and the fact that He is the propitiation for our sins reaffirms His ability to satisfy divine justice on our behalf. His intercession ensures that we are secure in our salvation, as He does not merely plead our case; He is also the means through which we are forgiven.