How do we know that our spiritual strivings are pleasing to God?

To know that our spiritual strivings please God, we must examine the nature and source of our efforts. Genuine spiritual striving arises from a reliance on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance, as articulated in Romans 8:2, where the Spirit's work liberates us from sin and death. Furthermore, our actions must align with Scripture and the principles laid down by God. This lawful striving requires believers to be actively engaged in growth through prayer, the study of the Word, and obedience. As Paul teaches, true overcoming and striving is not through our ability but through God’s grace and the Holy Spirit’s empowerment in our lives.