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How do we know true saving faith is true?

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True saving faith is evidenced by a heart transformed through knowledge, assent to God's truth, and trust in His promises.

The certainty of true saving faith is established through its components: knowledge, assent, and trust in God. Knowledge of God's revelation in Christ is paramount; as Paul asserts, one must know who God is in order to have faith in Him. Assent involves recognizing and accepting that God’s revelation is true. Lastly, trust signifies reliance on God's promises, as seen in His word to all who seek Him. Therefore, true saving faith can be validated by the believer's understanding of God and how this understanding translates into a life marked by reliance on His grace and the assurance of salvation promised in the Gospel.
Scripture References: Hebrews 11:6, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Isaiah 55:6-7, John 3:14-16, James 2:26, 1 Peter 1:10

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