15 Perhaps you are wondering if you have received this wonderful invitation. ^ [1] (paragraph 4) Pentecost possibly corresponded to the time when the Law was given at Sinai. THE WATCHTOWERâSTUDY EDITION January 2016, The WatchtowerâStudy Edition  | January 2016, They Offered Themselves WillinglyââIn Oceania. So, bottom line, the Holy Spiritâs witness is, one, his work in us to create evidences that we are his children by producing the fruits of the Spirit and, two, his awakening heartfelt cry in us: âDaddy, Father, I need you,â and, âJesus, you are my Lord; you are my guide; you are my treasure.â When our hearts are crying out with authentic dependence like that, and our lives are giving some evidence of his presence, then that is the work of the Holy Spirit witnessing. —1 Thess. One thing we need as disciples is the assurance that we are right with God. 1-3. It is found by focusing on that Lord and that Father, because Jesus said in John 16:13â14, âWhen the Spirit of truth comes . A non believer will have a spirit of man or of the enemy. There are two witnesses to our sonship, first, our own spirit, taking God at His Word ("As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God," John i.12), bears witness to our sonship. 2:12. These questions will be answered in the next article. If that were not true, then how else could we really know that it is the Holy Spirit? 8:16. In other words, as we look at our lives, are there evidences that the Spirit is producing things that are contrary to a fallen, unbelieving, selfish human nature? It is through the word of God! The Spirit also bears witness through his general work of making the word of God effective, for by this work he confirms Scripture’s promises of adoption to the hearts of believers. By means of his spirit, he gives that person a promise for the future, or “a token in advance.” These Christians can say that the holy spirit “bears witness,” or makes clear, … No one has ever seen God, but that shall not be true for ever. We will be able to sense a different spirit in someone. Be Determined to âLet Your Brotherly Love Continueâ! That is number one â verse 14 points to the fact that the witness of the Spirit is his giving evidences in our life that we are his. We need to have the confidence such assurance brings especially during difficult times. 14 Should we conclude, then, that these anointed ones want to die? 10. (Romans 1:7; 8:15, 16) Simply put, by means of his holy spirit, God makes it clear to that person that he is invited to become a future heir in the Kingdom arrangement. I can identify with those who are consistently groping for that one thing that will completely stabilize their spirituality. -1 Thessalonians 2:12. That, too, is testimony given by the Holy Spirit. THE WATCHTOWERâSTUDY EDITION January 2016, Share Do you feel that you have more than average zeal in the ministry? See Heb 10:15. We are told this entails being baptized to put on Christ (Galatians 3:26,27). There is an internal testimony within the hearts of believers that assures them of God’s fatherhood and preservation of them as His beloved sons and daughters. Let me explain. “The spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are God’s children.”— Rom 8:16 With this article and the next, the Governing Body is attempting to reaffirm the interpretation that Judge Rutherford made in the August 1 and 15 Watchtower to the … John the Baptist was one such person. 13: The Spiritual Man (2) , Chapter 1, by Watchman Nee) If you have done what the Spirit says, then the Spirit says you are a child of God. Do you have a burning desire to do Jehovahâs will? It is part of my ministry. (1) Witness is usually borne in words, but not always. It is then that the Holy Spirit bears witness through His written testimony with our spirits that we are children of God. Romans 8:16-18. with our spirit " in attendance". He confirms to us what is true on some deep and unspoken level. That's because God doesn't normally inject thoughts directly into your mind from the outside. That is external. 4. The apostle John tells such anointed Christians: âYou have an anointing from the holy one, and all of you have knowledge.â He further states: âAs for you, the anointing that you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to be teaching you; but the anointing from him is teaching you about all things and is true and is no lie. Having the sense of -The Spirit bears witness to our spirit. Why me and not someone else?â They may even question their own worthiness. Its not at all mystical. Ro 8:16 The Spirit himself beareth witness with our spirit that we are the children of God. They did not change their mind because of emotional stress or turmoil. The Spirit himself bears witness [is witnessing in that cry, âAbba, Fatherâ] with our spirit that we are the children of God. (Heb. | Do you have a deep inner feeling of responsibility to help others spiritually? That person is sure of his invitation. There is nothing for him to magnify if you are not looking at Jesus and the Father. It simply meant that Jehovah would resurrect them to life on a paradise earth.ââJohn 5:28, 29; Acts 24:15. Godâs original purpose was for mankind to live forever here on earth. The Holy Spirit Himself, it affirms, bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God; and then it goes on to develop the idea of chfldship to God from the point of view of the benefits it contains—"and if children then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ." 15:53; 2 Pet. God the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirits that we belong to Him as His children (v. 16). We need to know that we are on the right course. You may ask how you can know if you are truly receiving the witness of salvation from the Holy Spirit and not some other spirit. They longed for the time when Jehovah would cleanse this earth, and they wanted to be part of that blessed future. Title: How the Spirit Bears Witness with Our Spirit . According to the Westminster Confession of Faith, there are three pillars of assurance of salvation: the promises of God’s Word, the works which the Holy Spirit produces, and the inner witness of the Spirit to the believer. 4 Why is Pentecost 33 C.E. If you look within and take your eyes off of Jesus, what is the Holy Spirit going to glorify? Right there in the context of Romans 8:16, the Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we’re children of God. 2:10) Have you seen Jehovahâs special blessing on your ministry? That’s 8:16. 17, 18. Peter explained it this way: âTherefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to make your calling and choosing sure for yourselves, for if you keep on doing these things, you will by no means ever fail. ^ [2] (paragraph 11) For further explanation of what it means to be born again, see The Watchtower, April 1, 2009, pp. 3-11. 17 The vast majority of Godâs servants today do not have this heavenly calling. (1 Sam. . Copyright © 2021 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania. Our spirit is a corroborative witness. Teaches us all things. Our spirit is a regenerated and renewed spirit, and He who dwells in, yet is distinct from, our spirit is the Holy Spirit. Have you seen proof that Jehovah has personally intervened in your life? Our spirit is a corroborative witness. (a) Why is it difficult for most people to understand what happens when someone is anointed? Perhaps they even pictured themselves welcoming back their loved ones from the grave. But it is our spirit that the Holy Spirit bears witness with to guide us into the truth. Let me explain. The witness of the Holy Spirit that you are a child of God is not a word whispered in your ear, “You are my child.” (1) Witness is usually borne in words, but not always. It is impossible to perceive all that became ours when we were born again. I am not saying that the Holy Spirit speaking to us is the same as the Bible speaking to us. Romans 8:16, ESV: "The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God," ... His Spirit "bears witness," keeps communicating to us over and over that we belong in God's family now that we are in Christ. We need to have the confidence such assurance brings especially during difficult times. The Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirits that we are the children of God. How do anointed ones feel about their life here on earth? 7. In fact, if you are wondering whether you have received the heavenly calling, that would in itself indicate that you have not received it. The regular morning sacrifices had no doubt already been offered at the temple. Jesus referred to this inner process as being âborn again,â or being âborn from above.â [2] (John 3:3, 5; ftn.) —1 Thess. 11:10) Only a remnant of those selected for heavenly life remains here on earth in this time of the end. He bears witness with our spirit within us. 23:15-20) This offering marked the start of the wheat harvest. The most powerful force in the universe has given them this conviction! “The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” I deal with doubters. They are too self-reliant. Those called by Jehovah do not wonder whether they have been invited or not! 8:16. Jehovah leaves no doubt whatsoever in their minds and hearts. (Isa. Those who have received this special invitation from God do not need another witness from any other source. ( Collected Works of Watchman Nee, The (Set 1) Vol. Why not? 37:29) The selection of some to go to heaven to rule as kings and priests is not the norm. At times when you hear His guidance, you may even wonder, Was that me, Lord, or was that You? 10. What does 1 John 2:27 mean when it says that an anointed Christian does not need someone else to teach him? The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: The inward witness may not come with a lot of shakings and spiritual razzmatazz. There is no way we can understand all that heaven is like. . How do each bear witness? The witness of conscience, as to what you are doing, and will do by grace, will be met by the witness of the Spirit as to what Christ is doing and will do. How do each bear witness? Godâs holy spirit was poured out on that group of Christians who were gathered in the upper room. 3. he will glorify me,â which means, if you want the Holy Spirit to be at work in you awakening that authentic cry to Jesus â âMy Lordâ â and to God â âMy Fatherâ â you look to them. In this lab, John Piper highlights the work of the Holy Spirit, specifically three ways he testifies that we are the children of God. The Bible instructs believers to examine themselves, but does it tell us to what extent or how often we should question our salvation? That did not mean that they were in some way unworthy or deficient. Either “The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are God’s children,” or “The Spirit himself bears witness toour spirit that we are God’s children.” Grammatically, the issue is simply this: Is tw'/ pneuvmati (to„ pneumati) a dative of association (“with our spirit”) or a dative indirect object (“to our spirit”)? Now excitement filled the air as the high priest prepared to present the wave offering of two leavened loaves of new grain. I thank you, God, for giving me some measure of evidence that I belong to God.â. The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 1 ... You shall not fall in with the many to do evil, nor shall you bear witness in a lawsuit, siding with the many, so as to pervert justice, Revelation 20:3 ESV / 2 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. The Holy Spirit bares witness with our spirit "doing the same, joining in, cooperating". This is such an important concept. 3:1; Rev. So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. (2) It bears testimony in our lives by its fruits (Mt 7:16). Jehovahâs spirit works with equal force in those who have the hope of living forever on earth. Would you like to read this article in %%? He confirms to us what is true on some deep and unspoken level. 2:12. 8:16), He assures us of the sacred truth of His Word. 20:6. Two Ways the Holy Spirit Witnesses So here is the first thing I would say. 8 The vast majority of Godâs servants today may find this anointing process difficult to comprehend, and rightly so. “Hearing” is not an audible voice; it is hearing the word of God’s grace. so important to us? (Gen. 1:28; Ps. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And that Spirit testifies to our spirit that we are sons of God; As the scripture above says, your spirit is a candle of the Lord. This is only for info only: the book of 1 John. Romans 10:17. . John Piper is founder and teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. There would be no question in your mind that you were anointed by holy spirit, especially if you also received the miraculous gift of speaking in a foreign language. Yet, no matter what they are doing, they cannot help but remember the glorious hope that they have for the future.ââ1 Cor. The leavened loaves offered at the temple represented the anointed disciples who were taken from sinful mankind to become Godâs adopted sons. One thing we need as disciples is the assurance that we are right with God. Now, of course, that comes from Romans 8:16, “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” Let me tell you this, The witness is varied. The Holy Spirit has a massive role in Romans 8, and in the rest of the Bible, but he is often overlooked. They know! Much as a jury might be involved with a case. Ty asks, âWhat does it mean for the Spirit to bear witness with our spirit that we are children of God (Romans 8:16)?â. The Spirit bears witness that we have become God's children by informing us what is involved in becoming such. Here is one last counsel. If you answer these questions with a resounding yes, does this mean that you now have the heavenly calling? How do each bear witness? God's Spirit bears witness in words. The Spirit tells us that we become children of God by faith. The Lord does offer such assurance, and does so through the Holy Spirit. What events made Pentecost a special day, and how did those events fulfill what the Scriptures had foretold? 3. That’s 8:16. How does the Spirit bear witness with our spirit that we are the children of God? Even after we have become born again, not only our spirit but also our flesh speaks to us. We are also aware of his witness when we sin and come under his holy conviction. The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. Therefore, I have a ministry to doubters. What it means is two things and these are in the text: It is the work of the Spirit. It is always a direction of life where we say, âThis, this, and this were contrary to my selfish spirit, and God worked that in me. If he does not, his heavenly calling, or invitation, will be of no value to him.ââHeb. [1] The high priest offered two symbolic loaves to Jehovah on that day. 1:13, 14) This special operation of holy spirit becomes like a down payment, a guarantee (or, a pledge) of what is to come. For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. It is reserved in the heavens for you.â (1 Pet. He explained further: âDo not be amazed because I told you: You people must be born again. If someone in your congregation starts to partake of the emblems at the Lordâs Evening Meal, how should you react? The Spirit of God witnesses to the redemption of our Lord, and to nothing else. The spirit of God bears witness to the truth and to another believer because we are of the same spirit. Teaches us all things. 1:7; 8:15, 16) Simply put, by means of his holy spirit, God makes it clear to that person that he is invited to become a future heir in the Kingdom arrangement. Furthermore, not all anointed Christians receive their anointing at their baptism. That's because God doesn't normally inject thoughts directly into your mind from the outside. (b) What questions will we consider in the next article? 2 While all these things were taking place in the temple area, something of far greater importance was about to occur, not at the temple, but in an upper room in the city. 11:10, 11) David was likewise moved by holy spirit. An anointed Christian gains an inner conviction because of this token that he or she has received.ââRead 2 Corinthians 1:21, 22; 5:5. The source of assurance is not finally found by focusing on our hearts and ourselves. That is part of his assuring work. (Jas. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in Jesus Christ. On the contrary, they are eager to use each day in Jehovahâs service together with friends and relatives. there is nothing now between Thee and Thy child. With this article and the next, the Governing Body is attempting to reaffirm the interpretation that Judge Rutherford made in the August 1 and 15 Watchtower to the effect that only 144,000 Christians are spirit … They are too selfish. The year was 33 C.E., and it was the day of Pentecost. Now, of course, that comes from Romans 8:16, “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” Let me tell you this, The witness is varied. 8. 8, 9. “The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God (and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ) if indeed we suffer with Him in order that we may also be glorified with Him.” I lean towards the second. 2:12. So I believe that when Romans 8:16 says that the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are saved, He always does so through the Scriptures. What does not prove that a person has been anointed by holy spirit? The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs–heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together. A group of about 120 Christians were gathered together, âpersisting in prayer.â (Acts 1:13-15) What was about to happen to them was closely related to the actions of the high priest every Pentecost, and it also fulfilled a prophecy uttered by the prophet Joel about 800 years prior to that day. Then he told his audience: âRepent, and let each one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the free gift of the holy spirit.â Altogether about 3,000 accepted the invitation that day, were baptized, and received the promised holy spirit.ââActs 2:37, 38, 41. (See endnote.). Thus the way was opened up for some âfirstfruitsâ from mankind eventually to go to heaven and be included in the Kingdom that will bring countless blessings to the rest of obedient mankind. A non believer will have a spirit of man or of the enemy. The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God." 2:12. 11 When the holy spirit imparts this conviction, the Christian who is anointed undergoes tremendous changes. The Bible is the Bible, and the Spirit is the Spirit, but they ALWAYS work together. The spirit itself bears witness with out spirit that we are God's children." This calling causes a profound change in the thinking, outlook, and hope of a person when he is anointed.ââRead Ephesians 1:18. 19:1) If that is the case, then just as Moses was used to bring Israel into the Law covenant on that day, so Jesus Christ now brought a new nation, spiritual Israel, into the new covenant on the same day. The spirit of God bears witness to the truth and to another believer because we are of the same spirit. That means that God's directions come from inside, not outside, of you. PRIVACY POLICY, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/m/2016045/univ/art/2016045_univ_sqr_xl.jpg, THE WATCHTOWERâSTUDY EDITION January 2016, https://assetsnffrgf-a.akamaihd.net/assets/a/w/E/201601/wpub/w_E_201601_lg.jpg, Share 46 The Holy Spirit Bears Witness With Our Spirit “walk in the light” the blood of Christ will continue to cleanse them. 18 So, then, how should those with an earthly hope view anyone who claims to have the heavenly hope? That means that God will embed light in your spirit man, leading and directing you on what to do. The Spirit himself bears witness [is witnessing in that cry, “Abba, Father”] with our spirit that we are the children of God. Exegetically and theologically, th… Be Compelled by Godâs âIndescribable Free Giftâ, Working Together With GodââA Cause for Rejoicing. With us listening. They did not give up on this earth, as if they suddenly felt that they would find living forever on earth to be tiresome or boring; nor did they merely want to explore some new frontier in heaven. The answer is clearly seen in Paulâs words to the anointed brothers in Rome, who were âcalled to be holy ones.â He told them: âYou did not receive a spirit of slavery causing fear again, but you received a spirit of adoption as sons, by which spirit we cry out: âAbba, Father!â The spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are Godâs children.â (Rom. However, no matter how this anointing takes place, each one has what the apostle Paul described: âAfter you believed, you were sealed by means of him with the promised holy spirit, which is a token in advance of our inheritance.â (Eph. Romans 8 says the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit. But it is our spirit that the Holy Spirit bears witness with to guide us into the truth. What must each anointed Christian do to receive his reward in heaven? So the work of the Spirit leading us is the Spirit witnessing in our lives that we are Godâs. 65:21-23) Why did their thinking change? This particular Sunday was special for those in Jerusalem. Hence, “to our spirit” cannot be the meaning of the text here. Even now the Spirit dwells within us as a witness that we shall see God, as a pledge that we shall share the life of heaven, where the risen Christ has already gone ahead to prepare a place for us too. IT WAS early Sunday morning, about nine oâclock. 8:16 The Spirit himself beareth witness with our spirit that we are the children of God. The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, Hebrews 4:12 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. How does 1 John 2:20, 27 show that anointed Christians do not need confirmation from others about their anointing? 12 Those who have been invited in such a manner may wonder: âWhy have I been selected? A witness is adduced and this no less a witness than the Holy Spirit, the author of all truth. If you think that you might have, ponder some important questions. God the Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirits that we belong to Him as His children (v. 16). What do all anointed ones receive, and how does this affect them? In fact, in this way you will be richly granted entrance into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.â (2 Pet. The witness of the Holy Spirit is solid and sure testimony, unfading and unchanging. ..pmd Author: Dr. Donnie S. Barnes Created Date: 2/20/2008 5:54:01 AM They do not need someone else to verify what has happened to them. So if your heart rises up not only to say, âFather, Father, I need you,â but also rises up to say, âJesus, my Master, my Lord, my God, my everything,â that is the Holy Spirit in you. 5. “The spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are God’s children.”—Rom. The rest of those who were present in Jerusalem that day received their anointing at their baptism. The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” (Romans 8:14,16). And if you go to Galatians 5, being led by the Spirit â walking by the Spirit, living by the Spirit â is the same as bearing the fruit of the Spirit. How do we know that not all those who are anointed receive their anointing in exactly the same way? We are not committed to our own tentative conjectures; or to our own imaginations and fancies. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary . We need to know that we are on the right course. 8:10-17 If the Spirit be in us, Christ is in us. How does the way a person thinks change when he is anointed by holy spirit, and what causes this change? Good News, NET Bible, Aramaic Bible in Plain English and Douay-Rheims all put "to" our spirit. 16:13) He was a man of great spiritual depth and was even inspired to write sections of the Bible. 14. Some may have had a rather sudden realization of their calling, while others experienced a more gradual realization. 16 Throughout the Scriptures, we see many examples of men of faith who were deeply moved by holy spirit; yet they did not have the hope of living in heaven. âI believe in the forgiveness of sins.â Those words may have become stale or even cliché for some, but they represent the beauty and scandal of our confession. I suppose that is because I am such a doubter. (Acts 8:14-17) On the other hand, in an exceptional instance, Cornelius and his household were anointed by holy spirit even before they were baptized.ââActs 10:44-48. Anointed by holy spirit: Jehovah uses his holy spirit to invite a person to rule with Jesus in heaven. 8. And I donât doubt that the devil does whisper that in peopleâs ears, because it says at the end of days there are going to be people who think they have called Jesus, âLord,â and they really havenât. You look to them, because that is whom the Holy Spirit glorifies. No. The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: Jump to: Barnes • Clarke • Gill • GSB • JFB • MHC • PNT • SCO • VWS • WES. 8. The Holy Spirit bears witness to Christians’ sonship, in part, through his general work of providing Christians with a foretaste of the goods things to come. The Spirit Bears Witness With Our Spirit, Publication download options 13. Paul was inspired to answer this way: âIn fact, we who are in this tent groan, being weighed down, because we do not want to put this one off, but we want to put the other on, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life.â (2 Cor. Future Glory. For 33 years, he served as pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, Minnesota. How He does this is explained in Gal iv.6, "Because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father." (Mark 12:36) Still, at Pentecost, Peter said of David that he âdid not ascend to the heavens.â (Acts 2:34) Holy spirit worked mightily in such ones, but it did not give them the special witness that they had been selected for heavenly life. So we look for love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness (see Galatians 5:22â23). Note that the Spirit does not give testimony apart from His Word. Not only does the Holy Spirit bring about the work of conversion, but after it has taken place, after Christ has come into your heart, the Holy Spirit personally gives you the assurance that you are a believer. 5:4) They have not lost interest in this life, wanting it to end quickly. —1 Thess. 2:12. They feel much as did Peter when he said under inspiration: âPraised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for according to his great mercy he gave us a new birth to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an incorruptible and undefiled and unfading inheritance. THE HOLY SPIRIT’S WITNESS IN THE BIBLE Romans 8:16 expressly affirms: “The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the child ren of God.” 1:7; 8:15, 16) So by means of his holy spirit, God makes it clear to anointed ones that they have this heavenly calling. When we hear and obey, He assures our hearts of our acceptability unto God. Should you be concerned with any increase in the number of those who claim to have the heavenly calling? 1:7; 8:15, 16) Simply put, by means of his holy spirit, God makes it clear to that person that he is invited to become a future heir in the Kingdom arrangement.ââ1 Thess. Here is the second one: It means a heartfelt cry rises up in us to God as our Father and Christ as our Lord: âYou have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, âAbba, Father!â The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit.â, So, when there arises in the believerâs heart a humble, authentic, dependent, thankful, happy, âFather, Father,â that is the Holy Spirit, because a person who is without Christ cannot call out to God in a dependent, loving, thankful, humble way. Title: How the Spirit Bears Witness with Our Spirit . That is how the Spirit beareth witness – through the Word of God. He dwells in the heart by faith. 7 Does the Christian who receives this token have a guaranteed future in heaven? They entertain the same hope as did David, John the Baptist, and other faithful men and women of old. Romans 8:16 reads simplyaujtoV toV pneu'ma summarturei' tw'/ pneuvmati hJmw'n o{ti ejsmeVn tevkna qeou'. (Rev. How does 1 John 2:20, 27 show that anointed Christians do not need confirmation from others about their anointing? The Spirit itself bears witness conjointly with our own spirit, testifying that we are the children of God. Another great way that God speaks to us and guides us is through the inward witness. Just as the Spirit bears witness with our spirits that we are children of God (Rom. (1) Witness is usually borne in words, but not always. The Spirit of God is one witness to the fact. , His heavenly calling, while others experienced a more gradual realization more than average zeal in the universe given., for giving me some measure of evidence that I belong to.! 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