How do you know?

You may believe in Jesus for a number of reasons. You may be convinced by the historical record. You may have seen his transforming power at work in the life of someone close to you. But, ultimately, the reason you believe is because God revealed the truth to you. When Peter confessed that Jesus was the Messiah, Jesus said that flesh and blood had not revealed this truth, but his Father in heaven (Mat 16:17). It was the internal witness, not the external evidence that convinced Peter. Even when a believer’s faith falters he will always here that still small voice saying, “this is my Son in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him.” (Mat 17:5)