Adoption

 "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whomsoever we cry out, “Abba, Father.” The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together." Romans 8: 14- 17

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A Facebook friend said he was celebrating today as the day he adopted his dog and best friend seven years ago. He even shared a photo of him and his dog, which I thought was lovely.

I am reminded of human adoption. When a human baby is adopted, it's usually because the baby's mum is not able to give her baby the emotional and material care and support it needs. The baby now has a new life in his or her adopted family. S/he is now given a new name and belongs to a new family tree.

I believe the same is true for all born again believers in Jesus Christ. You are now adopted and God becomes your "Abba Father" and you are sons and daughters of God and joint-heirs with Christ.

Thank you, Father God, for the new life I now have through Jesus Christ.  ❤️

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead," 1 Peter 1: 3