What does it mean that I am a child of God?

When you put your faith in Jesus by asking Him to be the forgiver of your sins and leader of your life, you became a child of God. This relationship brought you into a loving and intimate connection with your Heavenly Father, who cares for you, guides you, and provides for your needs. It also means that you have an inheritance in His kingdom and can approach Him with confidence, knowing that you are dearly loved and accepted. And lastly, it means that you have become part of His family, which has significant impact on your daily life.

Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. John 1:12

Here are a few ways in which being a child of God affects you:

Your Relationship with God

As a child of God, You have a personal and intimate relationship with God. You can approach Him in prayer, seek His guidance, and experience His love and presence in your life. This relationship will bring you comfort, peace, and a sense of purpose. He is your Father.

Your Transformation

Being part of God's family leads to transformation from the inside out. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, God desires to mold you and shape you to become more like Christ. This will begin to affect positively affect your thoughts, attitudes, and actions, enabling you to live according to the Father’s will.

Your Identity and Purpose

Knowing that you are one of God’s children should gives you a secure and meaningful identity. You are no longer defined by your past mistakes or worldly standards but by your status as God's beloved child. He adopted you into His family and you are one of His. Truly understanding your identity will empower you to live with confidence, purpose, and a sense of belonging.

Your Community and Fellowship

Being part of God's family means you are also part of a larger community called The Church. You can find support, encouragement, and accountability within the body of Christ. You are called to love and serve one another, bearing each other's burdens and sharing in the joys and sorrows of life. Ultimately, you now have new brothers and sisters in Christ.

Your Eternal Hope

As a child of God, you have the assurance of eternal life with Him. Your hope now extends beyond this present world. Together with all children of God, we look forward to the fulfillment of God's promises and the ultimate restoration of all things. This hope sustains us in the midst of trials and challenges, reminding us that our true home, your true home, is with our heavenly Father.

For further study, check out:
"You are Adopted” from our “Who Are You? sermon series.
Romans 8:16-17, Galatians 3:26, 1 John 3:1, Ephesians 1:5, John 11:52
(The verses above affirm our identity as children of God, emphasizing the love, inheritance, and privilege that comes with being part of God's family.

Questions?

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