Scripture to Read: Romans 8:14
Today, we have the privilege of examining more great news about who we are in Christ. We know God has told us that we must willingly be led daily by His Holy Spirit in us. But let’s make sure we don’t miss what God says next in Romans 8:14, that all those led by His Spirit are sons of God. At first glance, we might read right past God’s powerful Truth that He calls all Christians His children. Being God’s child carries this incredible security, knowing we have been adopted by God forever. Many Scriptures affirm that we are God’s Children, so let’s look at just a few. In John 1:12, God’s Word tells us that for everyone who receives Christ, He gives them the right to become God’s children. God had Paul write this in 2 Corinthians 6:18, And I will be a father to you, And you shall be sons and daughters to Me. God had Paul quote from several Old Testament passages, including Isaiah 43:6 and Hosea 1:10. These Old Testament Scriptures remind us that God has always desired us to be His children and to walk in fellowship with Him daily. God had Paul reiterate the Truth, that we are His children through Christ, in Galatians 3:26–27, For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. 27 For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. Through Christ, we have become God’s children, so rest in this glorious Truth and walk in obedience to your Father.
Challenge & Application
· Why is it so important for all Christians to understand that we are God’s children?
· How are you living your life differently, knowing God calls you His child and that you belong to His family?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!