 I know that I am. How do I know? Because of the love of God, the love for others. Whether it was hatred or ill will, there's love now. It's the evidence of the new birth, our love for the brethren. 1 John 4, verses 18 through 21. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear because fear is torment. He that fears is not made perfect in love.