The Christian understanding of adoption–that through the gospel we are adopted into God’s family (Gal 4:4-5; John 1:12-13)–is truly wonderful and TRANSFORMING.
If we let this truth that God is actually our Father sink into our hearts and affections, it changes how we live as Christians.
7 Ways the Doctrine of Adoption Transforms Us:
1 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would not think of Him as distant and uncaring. My Father loves me.
–1 John 3:1-2
2 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would not be bored with God or find him irrelevant. My Father satisfies.
-Psalm 16:11
3 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would trust Him with the details of life. My Father is in control.
-Romans 8:28
4 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would turn to Him more often in prayer. My Father answers prayer.
-Matt 7:7-11
5 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would be slower to give away to fear and panic. My Father protects me.
-Luke 12:4-7
6 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would not doubt less God’s goodness. My Father uses trials.
-James 1:2-4
7 If I really KNEW that God was my Father…I would be motivated to pursue holiness. My Father calls me to be holy.
-Eph 5:1
