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How do we know we have eternal life?

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The assurance of eternal life comes through believing in the Son of God and receiving the witness of the Spirit within us (1 John 5:13).

The assurance of eternal life is rooted in one’s faith in Jesus Christ, as stated in 1 John 5:13, 'These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that you may know that you have eternal life.' This assurance is not based on religious performance or adherence to external rituals, but rather on a personal relationship with Christ. Those who have genuinely come to trust in Him will find the witness of the Spirit reassuring their hearts, confirming that Christ dwells within them.

To gain this assurance, individuals must engage in sincere self-examination, asking themselves whether they have truly recognized their sinful state, repented, and turned to Christ for salvation. A vibrant and active faith will produce an inward testimony of the Spirit, leading to a life that actively seeks holiness and communion with God. Ultimately, assurance of eternal life is a profound work of grace in the believer's heart, promising security in Christ's finished work.
Scripture References: John 3:16, John 5:39, 1 John 5:13, John 6:47, John 5:24, 1 John 5:11-13, Romans 8:16, 1 John 3:14, Romans 6:23, 1 John 5:20, 1 John 4:19, John 11:26, Romans 6:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 1 John 5:12, Acts 13:48, 1 John 5:11-12, 1 John 1:3, 1 John 2:25, 1 John 5:10-13, 1 John 2:3, John 17:3, 1 John 4:13, 1 John 5:12-13, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15

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