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What does the Bible say about adoption as sons of God?

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The Bible teaches that through Christ, believers receive the adoption as sons, being no longer under the law but in the liberty of the gospel.

In Galatians 4:4-5, it is revealed that God sent His Son to redeem those under the law, so we might receive the adoption as sons. This signifies that believers are not merely servants but are granted the full rights and privileges of being God's children. Adoption is a spiritual transformation that occurs when the Holy Spirit enters the hearts of believers, enabling them to cry out 'Abba, Father'. This transition from being under the law to experiencing the grace of God represents the maturity of God's children in the new covenant established by Christ.
Scripture References: Galatians 4:4-5, Romans 8:15-17, Galatians 4:1-7, 1 John 3:1, 1 John 3:1-3, Romans 8:29, Ephesians 1:5

Sermons (3)

Abba Father: Indeed!
Drew Dietz · Aug 10, 2025
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John Chapman · Mar 5, 2023
Sonship; or, The Doctrine of Adoption
Henry Sant · Oct 22, 2020

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Adoption Accomplished
Don Fortner · Jan 16, 2010
1 John 3:1
Octavius Winslow · Sep 13, 2016
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