In what ways can we seek confirmation of Jesus' role in our lives? The Honest Question of John Luke 7:20 ― “When the men came to Jesus, they said, ‘John the Baptist sent us to ask, “Are You the One who was to come, or should we look for someone else?”’ ” John, though a prophet, sought clear confirmation. Jesus welcomed that search, and His response shapes how we confirm His role in our own lives. Confirmation Then and Now • Jesus answered John by pointing to visible, verifiable evidence (Luke 7:21-22; Isaiah 35:5-6). • The same pattern—evidence that can be seen, heard, experienced—is laid out for every believer. Ways to Seek Confirmation of Jesus’ Role 1. Examine His Works • Luke 7:21-22 records healings, deliverance, and good news for the poor. • John 20:30-31 affirms that recorded signs are sufficient “so that you may believe.” • Hebrews 2:3-4 notes that God still testifies “by signs, wonders, and various miracles.” 2. Hear His Word • Romans 10:17 ― “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” • 2 Timothy 3:15-17 calls Scripture “able to make you wise for salvation.” • Regular, receptive reading anchors confidence in His identity. 3. Trace Fulfilled Prophecy • Luke 24:27 shows Jesus explaining Himself “beginning with Moses and all the Prophets.” • 2 Peter 1:19 urges believers to pay attention to the “prophetic word made more certain.” • Seeing promise and fulfillment side-by-side fortifies assurance. 4. Welcome the Witness of the Spirit • Romans 8:16 ― “The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.” • 1 John 5:10-12 highlights an inner testimony given to every believer. • Quiet, prayerful sensitivity to the Spirit strengthens personal certainty. 5. Observe Transformed Lives • 2 Corinthians 5:17: anyone in Christ “is a new creation.” • Galatians 2:20 speaks of Christ living in and through His people. • Personal and communal change are living proofs of His ongoing work. 6. Engage the Fellowship of Believers • Acts 2:42-47 records a community marked by devotion, unity, and joy. • Hebrews 10:24-25 exhorts believers to gather, encourage, and spur one another on. • Shared worship and testimony multiply confirmation. 7. Step Forward in Obedient Faith • John 14:21 ― “He who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him.” • James 1:22-25 links obedient action with blessed assurance. • Each step of obedience invites fresh revelation of who Jesus is. Living Out the Confirmation Daily meditation on His works, Word, prophecies, Spirit witness, transformed lives, fellowship, and obedience keeps assurance vibrant. As with John, Jesus still answers the sincere searcher with unmistakable evidence that He is indeed “the One who was to come.” |
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