We know God loves us as His children because He has adopted us and called us His own (Ephesians 1:5).
The love of God towards His children is evident in both His act of adoption and the nature of our new birth. Ephesians 1:5 clarifies that God has predestined us to adoption as sons. This adoption is not based on our merit but according to His will, demonstrating His sovereign grace toward us. Furthermore, John 1:12 states that receiving Christ gives us the right to become children of God, emphasizing that our identity stems from God's initiative. This unwavering love reflects God's commitment to His children, ensuring that we can never be unloved or unrecognized in His sight.
Scripture References:
Ephesians 1:5, John 1:12, 1 John 3:1-2, Romans 8:17, 1 John 3:2
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