"Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not." - I John 3:1
The first book of John is undeniably pregnant with truths and great resources for the believer in Jesus Christ. It is easy to hang on every verse and weigh it next to our lives when we need reassurance in the faith. Sometimes we get so caught up when we sin that we may question if indeed we are saved. Often we feel the rejection of the world when we focus on what we see in the flesh and not what God has done in the spirit. Our Lord has faithfully provided His Word to sustain us through all aspects of life.
One of those great assurances is for us to remember that we are indeed adopted into the family of God if we have faith in Jesus. Adoption is a wonderful thing. The castaway being brought in and cared for with unmerited love and favor. In light of this relationship we know that we are forever protected unto eternal life in the presence of the Almighty! No amount of toil can sever this tie. No pain, sickness, injustice, persecution, nor even death can ever separate us from the love of God!
Dear believer, rest assured in the promises of God! For his love is bestowed upon you through Christ!
Consider also: Romans 8:14-18; Ephesians 1:3-6; John 15:17-21; Luke 6:27-38
1 comment:
I like how this so closely relates to earthly adoption, and the thoughts concerning it. So "spurgeonesqe"
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