Next Steps Devotional
Day 2

Assurance — How You Can Know You Are Saved

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IN THIS LESSON

How do I know I’m saved?
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Are You Really Saved?

It’s normal as a new believer to wonder, “How do I know for sure that I’m really saved?” God gently gives you assurance through the Holy Spirit living in you (1) through the promises in His Word (2), and through the changes He begins to make in your life (3). The Holy Spirit confirms in your heart that you are God’s child, and the Bible’s promises are completely reliable because God never lies. Over time, you will notice growing love for other believers (4), a new sensitivity toward sin that leads you to turn from it (5), a deep inner joy that circumstances cannot steal (6), and a fresh desire to obey God (7,8) — simple but powerful signs that you truly belong to Him.

Joy and Trials

Being a Christian doesn’t mean your life will be free from problems. Darkness opposes light, and every believer will experience a spiritual battle. However, the good news is that Jesus promises to walk with you and give you strength and joy—regardless of difficulty (9).

Action Step:

Pause and give praise! Physically raise your hands for a moment and thank God for the assurance He gives. List the ways you see change. If you have doubts or questions, talk to a pastor or mature believer in Christ.

Prayer:

“Father, thank You for making me Your child. Anchor me in Your love and truth so I never doubt Your work in my life.”

Reflection:
Write down something God is teaching you about assurance.

Scripture References

  • The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God

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  • These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God.

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  • I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.

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  • We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death.

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  • Or do you despise the riches of His goodness, forbearance, and long suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance? 

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  • “These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.

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  • If you love Me, keep My commandments.

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  • For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome. 

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  • 5 Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” 6 So we may boldly say:

    “The Lord is my helper;
    I will not fear.
    What can man do to me?”

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