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"I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life."
1 John 5:13
Daily Bible Verse
Assurance
“ Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you are disqualified. But I trust that you will know that we are not disqualified." ~ 2 Corinthians 13:5-7
How I Finally Found Assurance
I've met many who call themselves Christians, but after talking with them, I often wonder why. So many seem unconcerned with the reality of their salvation.
When I speak of salvation, I'm not discussing finding salvation, but assurance of it. It's one thing to come to faith, but another to have confidence in it.
I don't understand why any Christian wouldn't want to ensure their salvation. When I was first saved, I struggled with doubt. Despite pastors telling me these doubts came from Satan, I sought assurance because I wanted to be sure of my place in Heaven.
Many misunderstand what it means to be a Christian. Simply believing in God, saying a prayer once, attending church, or following God's commandments doesn't guarantee salvation. Even those who prophesied, performed miracles, and cast out demons in Jesus' name may not enter God's Kingdom (Matthew 7:21-23).
Consider Nicodemus, a Pharisee zealous for God, who met with Jesus one night. Jesus told him, despite his religious devotion, "You must be born again" (John 3:3). Nicodemus' story shows us that true salvation is more than just religious practice—it's about transformation and relationship with Christ.
My Assurance
I struggled with doubt, as many do when young in faith. The Bible urges us to examine ourselves to ensure Christ is in us (2 Corinthians 13:5). Through this process, I let go of fear and asked the hard questions. I didn't want to go through the motions of Christianity without assurance of my salvation.
1. Believing God Exists is Not Salvation
Even Satan acknowledges God's existence. True salvation goes beyond acknowledgment—it's about relationship.
2. Actions Alone Don’t Define a Christian
In ministry, I was zealous, running non-stop for God. But I was caught in the excitement of faith, confusing activity for authenticity. I realized I was doing Christianity without truly being a Christian.
Walking the Narrow Path
I'm not a Christian just because I believe in God or perform Christian acts. I’m a Christian because I walk with Jesus, even when the path is hard. I stumble and fall, wrestle with conviction, and sometimes run from Him in shame. But my deepest desire is to know Him more intimately. Despite my human failures, I strive to be the person He envisions for me.
This ongoing relationship, with all its ups and downs, gives me assurance. Like a marriage, it’s not always perfect, but it’s real. And if I’m walking with Christ, I am confident that this narrow path leads to salvation.
Jacob wrestled with God and wouldn't let go until He blessed him (Genesis 32:22-32). In the same way, through trials and triumphs, I have wrestled with Jesus, but one constant remains—my desire for His presence.
My Conclusion
What assures me most is my relationship with Jesus. I know He won’t let go of me, no matter how far I wander. Without Him, life feels empty. But with Him, everything matters. Jesus isn't just my Savior; He's the reason I live. And if He's yours too, you can have the same assurance. Can you say that He is your reason to live?