How to know you're saved
When Christ saves you, you are sealed in Him forever. A spiritual transaction takes place in the heavenly realms. It is a done deal. You now belong to Christ, not to the world, not even to yourself. You are His. This is forever. This is more than mere comfort, comforting as it is. This is a rock solid Foundation upon which He builds your life, your character, your hope, your calling...everything. You no longer have a taste for things of this world, namely sin. The former things have passed away. Oh, they may still tempt and rear their ugly heads at you. But they've lost their power over you, their appeal. Your desires are new. Now, you want to please Christ above all. It doesn't matter that this may cost you some friends, your reputation in some circles, and even some family members. These things do not matter in the same way to you any more. Their "importance" pales in comparison to knowing Christ and Him being your everything. You are able, through His