How do we know we are forgiven by God?

The assurance of forgiveness comes from understanding Christ's sacrifice. The Bible affirms that God sent His Son to bear the sin of the world, and through faith in Him, believers receive forgiveness. In Psalm 130, the psalmist expresses trust in God's mercy, reflecting the truth that He will not mark our iniquities against us. This assurance is further bolstered by passages like Jeremiah 33:8, which promises cleansing and pardon from all our iniquities. Recognizing our sinfulness prompts us to seek God’s mercy, and His unwavering faithfulness assures us of our forgiveness.