How do we know that we can have confidence in Christ?

Paul expresses confidence in Philippians 1:6, stating that 'He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.' This assurance of completion reflects the sovereignty and faithfulness of God. In Christ, we possess not our own righteousness but the righteousness that is of God by faith (Philippians 3:9). It is through His atoning work that we can approach God without fear, knowing that we are justified and accepted in the Beloved. Our trust is not in our ability to maintain our faith but in Christ's faithfulness to His promises.