Adoption by God is a profound theological concept that illustrates the believer's new identity in Christ. As Paul articulates in Galatians 4:4-7, God sent His Son to redeem those under the law, enabling us to receive adoption as sons and daughters. This divine act not only grants us a familial relationship with God but also bestows upon us the rights and privileges of being His children. In John 1:12-13, we are reminded that those who receive Christ are given the right to become children of God, born not of natural descent but of God Himself. This spiritual rebirth signifies a transformation where believers are no longer slaves to sin but are embraced into God's family, as emphasized in Romans 8:15, where Paul states that we have received the Spirit of adoption, enabling us to cry out, 'Abba, Father.' Furthermore, Ephesians 1:5 highlights that God predestined us for adoption through Jesus Christ, showcasing His sovereign grace and love. Through these scriptures, we see that adoption by God is a central theme in the Christian faith, affirming our identity, security, and belonging in His eternal family.
In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of being under the law and how it relates to our relationship with God. He explains that before Jesus came, humanity was in bondage under the elements of the world. However, when the fullness of time came, God sent His Son to redeem those who were un
Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the privilege of becoming children of God through faith in Jesus Christ. Believers are adopted as sons and heirs of God, receiving the Spirit of adoption that allows them to cry out 'Abba, Father.' Those who overcome will inherit all things and be called sons of Go