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How do we know the Holy Spirit is present in our lives?

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Signs of the Holy Spirit's presence include a conviction of sin, acknowledgment of Christ's righteousness, and an understanding of judgment.

The presence of the Holy Spirit can be discerned through several key evidences. Firstly, when individuals are truly regenerated, they become convinced of their sinfulness and their inability to justify themselves before God. This conviction leads to a stark realization that only the righteousness of Christ can make them acceptable to God. Secondly, those with the Holy Spirit are assured of their justification; they grasp that Christ has dealt with their sin and that they stand cleansed in Him. Lastly, true believers will possess an understanding of God’s judgment, not out of fear but as a matter of faith, recognizing that Christ has taken their judgment upon Himself. These elements—recognition of sin, reliance on Christ's righteousness, and comprehension of judgment—serve as signs of the Holy Spirit’s active presence.
Scripture References: Acts 19:2, John 16:8, Romans 8:16, 1 John 4:2, 1 John 3:24, 1 Corinthians 12:3, Romans 5:5, Romans 8:15, Galatians 5:22-23, Hebrews 6:4, John 14:16-21, John 14:26, John 15:26, John 16:13-14, John 14:17, Acts 2:4, John 16:7-11

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