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How do we know that the testimony of God is true?

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The testimony of God is validated by the historical events of Christ's life, death, and resurrection, as well as by the internal witness of the Holy Spirit.

In 1 John 5:9-12, the text emphasizes that man's testimony is valid, but God's testimony is greater because it concerns His Son. This includes the historical account of Christ coming by water and blood, signifying His baptism and sacrificial death. Moreover, the internal testimony of the Holy Spirit serves as a powerful confirmation in the hearts of believers. The Spirit does not just echo God's truth but actively testifies to the believer, assuring them of their identity in Christ. Thus, the truth of God’s testimony is both objective—grounded in historical reality—and subjective—experienced personally by the believer through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.
Scripture References: 1 John 5:9-12, Romans 1:2

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