How do we know that we know God?

1 John 2:3-5 provides a test of fellowship with God: 'And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.' This passage emphasizes that obedience to God's commandments is a clear indicator of our relationship with Him. Furthermore, genuine love for fellow believers is a hallmark of true faith. In 1 John 3:23, the command is summarized as believing in Christ and loving one another. Thus, securing our knowledge of God involves both our adherence to His Word and a heartfelt love towards the brethren, indicating the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.