The Adoption Option We All Need

Galatians 4:1-7

Pew Bible Pg. 947

I. The position and role of a child. vs. 1-2

A. We all begin as a child, both physically and spiritually.

B. We all are bondservants/slaves whether we realize it or not. vs. 3, Rom. 6, 8:1-2

II. Through the redemption of Jesus Christ, we have adoption. vs. 4-5

A. God’s timing is always perfect. vs. 4, II Pet. 3:8-10

B. Being a child of God comes with the Holy Spirit stamp of approval. vs. 6

III. Our adoption comes with a full inheritance. vs. 7

A. We are freed from the bondage of the works of the law! Gal. 5:1

B. We are heirs of an indescribable relationship with Jesus Christ and eternal life.

Rom. 8:15-18

Do I see myself in the reality of who I am, as a child or a slave?

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Have I received the adoption as a child of God?

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Do I meditate on the inheritance which I have received because I am redeemed?

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