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How do we know that God adopts us as His children?

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God adopts us as His children through the redemptive work of Christ, fulfilling His eternal purpose of election.

The doctrine of adoption in the Christian faith is rooted in the love of God and the purpose of God. Ephesians 1:5 states that God predestined us for adoption to Himself as sons through Jesus Christ. This doctrine affirms that adoption is not just a figurative concept but a spiritual reality that entails genuine sonship. It illustrates how God's purpose, formulated before the foundation of the world, comes to fruition in the lives of believers as they receive the status and privileges of being children of God through faith in Christ. This adoption is confirmed by the witness of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of believers, enabling us to cry out, 'Abba, Father' (Romans 8:15).
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:5, Romans 8:15, Galatians 4:5, John 16:27

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John 16:27
Robert Hawker · Nov 6, 2016
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