How to Be Confident in God-The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust.

“Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God” (1 John 3:21).

I. Through Forgiveness

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins …” (1 John 1:9).

A. Unforgiven sin is accompanied by guilt. Those who lack God’s forgiveness cannot be confident in Him.

B. Forgiveness is received by confession. When we repent and believe, we can be confident in God. Guilt disappears (Mark 11:25).

II. Through Freedom

“… where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty” (2 Cor. 3:17).

A. Many believers do not possess the fullness of the Spirit. They are not totally committed, and are limited by doubts and resentments.

B. The Holy Spirit brings freedom. His abiding Presence banishes bondage, frees us from Satanic entrapments, and increases confidence (Gal. 5:1).

III. Through Fervor---intense and passionate feeling.“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord” (Rom. 12:11).

A. Those with selfish motives are slothful about God’s work. Their distorted purpose brings failure and defeat.

B. Christians should find delight in serving the Lord. As they fervently work, witness, and win for Him, their confidence grows.

IV. Through Faith

“Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith …” (Heb. 10:22).

A. Many displease God and disappoint themselves because of their lack of faith (Heb. 11:6).

B. Faith—confidence—is the means by which we open ourselves up to God. It is also the way to be victorious in Christ (1 John 5:4).